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

Analyze the complete NRG 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 NRG.

Latest Data: 2026-10-13 (EDT)
Max Pain Price
125
Exp: 2026-10-16
Gamma Flip
101.13
Gamma Flip (≈60 days)
Put/Call OI Ratio
0.499
Shows put vs call positioning
IV Skew
-0.81
Put–call IV difference
Max Pain Price Volatility
σ = 23.19
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 0.315(neutral). ⏳ Neutral accumulation, DPI neutral, but makers are actively building positions.

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 remain relatively smooth. Price action is strongly influenced by existing options constraints. Directional moves may struggle to sustain follow-through. Structural sensitivity is elevated around the 2026-10-16 options expiry. 100% confidence

The support levels for NRG are at 105.81, 104.16, and 96.22, while the resistance levels are at 108.55, 110.20, and 118.14. The pivot point, a key reference price for traders, is at 125.00.

Short-Term Options-Implied Price Range & Flow Structure (DTE: 3)

Based on the latest options positioning (DTE 3), the ATM straddle implies a standardized 2.46% 1-day move.


The expected range for the next 3 days is 103.91 — 110.79 , corresponding to +3.37% / -3.05% .

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 112.35 (4.82% above spot).

Bearish positioning points to downside pressure toward 102.59 (4.28% below spot).


Options flow strength: 0.80 (0–1 scale). ATM Strike: 107.00, Call: 2.53, Put: 2.05, Straddle Cost: 4.58.


Price moves are likely to stay range-bound. The short-term gamma flip is near 101.27 , with intermediate positioning around 101.13 . The mid-term gamma flip remains near 101.15.