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

Analyze the complete CNP 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 CNP.

Latest Data: 2026-08-28 (EDT)
Max Pain Price
46
Exp: 2026-09-18
Gamma Flip
39.66
Gamma Flip (≈60 days)
Put/Call OI Ratio
0.231
Shows put vs call positioning
IV Skew
-6.04
Put–call IV difference
Max Pain Price Volatility
σ = 5.00
low 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

Looking only at the put-side activity, there is a bearish directional push. This suggests some traders are actively betting on downside. Confidence: 67%

Current DPI is -0.028(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 elevated, implying wider and less stable price swings. Options constraints exert a moderate influence on price behavior. 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 CNP are at 39.00, 38.63, and 37.87, while the resistance levels are at 39.48, 39.85, and 40.61. The pivot point, a key reference price for traders, is at 46.00.

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

Based on the latest options positioning (DTE 21), the ATM straddle implies a standardized 0.96% 1-day move.


The expected range for the next 21 days is 38.89 41.32 , corresponding to +5.29% / -0.90% .

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 42.88 (9.28% above spot).

Bearish positioning points to downside pressure toward 38.77 (1.21% below spot).


Options flow strength: 0.60 (0–1 scale). ATM Strike: 39.00, Call: 1.15, Put: 0.57, Straddle Cost: 1.72.


Market signals are mixed and less reliable. No short-term gamma flip is observed , with intermediate positioning around 39.66 . The mid-term gamma flip remains near 39.62.