Open Interest

Outstanding contracts at a strike

What is Open Interest?

Open Interest The total number of outstanding option contracts at a strike. High open interest indicates liquidity and can signal support/resistance levels.

Complete Definition

The total number of outstanding option contracts at a strike. High open interest indicates liquidity and can signal support/resistance levels.

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