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

Analyze the complete NWS 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 NWS.

Latest Data: 2026-02-06 (EDT)
Max Pain Price
22.5
Exp: 2026-02-20
Gamma Flip
24.85
Gamma Flip (≈60 days)
Put/Call OI Ratio
6.222
Shows put vs call positioning
IV Skew
-0.16
Put–call IV difference
Max Pain Price Volatility
σ = 5.00
low volatility
Confidence 44%

Near-Term Options-Derived Market Structure

BEARISH BIAS

Reflecting options positioning and volatility conditions over the coming sessions.

The options structure reflects a moderate bearish bias. Downside factors are present but not dominant. 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 0.948(strong-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 2026-02-20 options expiry. 100% confidence

The support levels for NWS are at 25.50, 25.28, and 24.63, while the resistance levels are at 25.80, 26.02, and 26.67. The pivot point, a key reference price for traders, is at 22.50.

Short-Term Options-Implied Price Range & Flow Structure (DTE: 14)

Based on the latest options positioning (DTE 14), the ATM straddle implies a standardized 0.00% 1-day move.


The expected range for the next 14 days is 0.00 0.00 , corresponding to +0.00% / -0.00% .

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 0.00 (0.00% above spot).

Bearish positioning points to downside pressure toward 0.00 (0.00% below spot).


Options flow strength: 0.00 (0–1 scale). ATM Strike: 22.50, Call: 0.00, Put: 0.40, Straddle Cost: 0.00.


Price moves are likely to stay range-bound. The short-term gamma flip is near 25.53 , with intermediate positioning around 24.85 . The mid-term gamma flip remains near 24.85.