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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: 2026-02-06 (EDT)
Max Pain Price
162.5
Exp: 2026-02-06
Gamma Flip
148.98
Gamma Flip (≈60 days)
Put/Call OI Ratio
0.790
Shows put vs call positioning
IV Skew
-0.09
Put–call IV difference
Max Pain Price Volatility
σ = 0.00
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

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: 67%

Current DPI is 0.377(strong-bullish). Bullish, 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 moves may struggle to sustain follow-through. Structural sensitivity is elevated around the 2026-02-20 options expiry. 100% confidence

The support levels for NRG are at 150.34, 146.77, and 129.53, while the resistance levels are at 156.30, 159.87, and 177.11. The pivot point, a key reference price for traders, is at 162.50.

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

Expiry 2026-02-06 (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 1.76% standardized 1-day equivalent move, serving as an intraday volatility reference.


The implied intraday range is approximately 149.19 159.54 , corresponding to +4.06% / -2.69% .

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 163.42 (6.59% above spot).

Bearish positioning points to downside pressure toward 147.04 (4.10% below spot).


Options flow strength: 0.62 (0–1 scale). ATM Strike: 152.50, Call: 0.95, Put: 1.75, Straddle Cost: 2.70.


Price moves are likely to stay range-bound. The short-term gamma flip is near 150.43 , with intermediate positioning around 148.98 . The mid-term gamma flip remains near 148.98.