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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: 2026-07-14 (EDT)
Max Pain Price
160
Exp: 2026-07-17
Gamma Flip
117.33
Gamma Flip (≈60 days)
Put/Call OI Ratio
0.417
Shows put vs call positioning
IV Skew
-9.31
Put–call IV difference
Max Pain Price Volatility
σ = 16.37
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 0.388(bearish). Bearish, 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 2026-07-17 options expiry. 100% confidence

The support levels for NRG are at 136.82, 134.96, and 126.78, while the resistance levels are at 139.90, 141.76, and 149.94. The pivot point, a key reference price for traders, is at 160.00.

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

Based on the latest options positioning (DTE 3), the ATM straddle implies a standardized 2.75% 1-day move.


The expected range for the next 3 days is 133.44 144.61 , corresponding to +4.52% / -3.56% .

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 147.60 (6.68% above spot).

Bearish positioning points to downside pressure toward 131.37 (5.05% below spot).


Options flow strength: 0.79 (0–1 scale). ATM Strike: 138.00, Call: 4.75, Put: 1.85, Straddle Cost: 6.60.


Short-term moves may occur, but follow-through is uncertain. The short-term gamma flip is near 141.48 , with intermediate positioning around 117.33 . The mid-term gamma flip remains near 116.47.