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

Analyze the complete PNW 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 PNW.

Latest Data: 2026-10-13 (EDT)
Max Pain Price
105
Exp: 2026-10-16
Gamma Flip
130.44
Gamma Flip (≈60 days)
Put/Call OI Ratio
0.128
Shows put vs call positioning
IV Skew
9.45
Put–call IV difference
Max Pain Price Volatility
σ = 6.41
medium volatility
Confidence 35%

Near-Term Options-Derived Market Structure

BEARISH BIAS

Reflecting options positioning and volatility conditions over the coming sessions.

A slight bearish tilt is visible, though the signal is weak and insufficient for a strong directional call. 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: 87%

Current DPI is 0.964(neutral). ⏳ Neutral accumulation, DPI neutral, but makers are actively building positions. Trend approaching turning point (Momentum Deceleration) with Low Saturation Gamma saturation

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 2026-10-16 options expiry. 100% confidence

The support levels for PNW are at 101.20, 100.62, and 99.61, while the resistance levels are at 101.96, 102.54, and 103.55. The pivot point, a key reference price for traders, is at 105.00.

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

Based on the latest options positioning (DTE 3), the ATM straddle implies a standardized 3.75% 1-day move.


The expected range for the next 3 days is 93.12 — 105.05 , corresponding to +3.42% / -8.33% .

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 106.20 (4.55% above spot).

Bearish positioning points to downside pressure toward 87.47 (13.89% below spot).


Options flow strength: 0.52 (0–1 scale). ATM Strike: 100.00, Call: 1.43, Put: 5.18, Straddle Cost: 6.60.


Price moves are likely to stay range-bound. The short-term gamma flip is near 92.61 , with intermediate positioning around 130.44 . The mid-term gamma flip remains near 78.52.