Amarin Corp Plc (AMRN)

[Scruffer]

Yes, lots of option_vol but ONLY IO counts.

Good analysis.

You are absolutely correct on volume as reported by Schwab too.

Contracts were bought and sold all day, but only "Open Interest" count.

That is, those that lost or won.

Others sold or closed-out their positions throughout the day.

Wasn't sure if Yahoo tallied OI in real-time so looked at Schwab.

Schwab matches Yahoo. At least for strikes looked at. I believe Schwab reports in real-time.

It just amazes me how, now don't know where early in the week, month or quarter where options are priced, but how the big boys could care a less about the stock price as long as they get their "Max-Pain" premiums.

They can always move the SP later.

Good luck, Scruffer

P.S. In all likelihood, Monday will be flat, unless leakage (usually late, 3:30ish EST).

Should we go with the trend or possible break-out direction?