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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: 2026-08-28 (EDT)
Max Pain Price
127
Exp: 2026-08-28
Gamma Flip
112.01
Gamma Flip (≈60 days)
Put/Call OI Ratio
0.924
Shows put vs call positioning
IV Skew
-5.13
Put–call IV difference
Max Pain Price Volatility
σ = 17.68
high volatility
Confidence 88%

Near-Term Options-Derived Market Structure

BULLISH BIAS

Reflecting options positioning and volatility conditions over the coming sessions.

The options market shows a strong bullish alignment. Multiple key factors point firmly to the upside, supported by dealer flows and positioning. 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 -0.525(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 moderately choppy. Options constraints exert a moderate influence on price behavior. Directional continuation remains uncertain and selective. Structural sensitivity is elevated around the 2026-09-18 options expiry. 100% confidence

The support levels for NRG are at 109.59, 107.76, and 97.17, while the resistance levels are at 112.65, 114.48, and 125.07. The pivot point, a key reference price for traders, is at 127.00.

Short-Term Options-Implied Price Range & Flow Structure (0DTE · Intraday Reference)

Expiry 2026-08-28 (DTE 0): Pinning structure with suppressed volatility. Option flow bias is bearish (-0.50), pin strength 0.70.


Based on same-day expiring options (0DTE), the ATM straddle implies an 1.46% standardized 1-day equivalent move, serving as an intraday volatility reference.


The implied intraday range is approximately 109.49 119.54 , corresponding to +7.58% / -1.47% .

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 125.43 (12.88% above spot).

Bearish positioning points to downside pressure toward 108.91 (1.99% below spot).


Options flow strength: 0.67 (0–1 scale). ATM Strike: 111.00, Call: 1.32, Put: 0.30, Straddle Cost: 1.62.


Price moves may extend once a direction forms. The short-term gamma flip is near 112.09 , with intermediate positioning around 112.01 . The mid-term gamma flip remains near 112.01.