What is Open Interest?
Open Interest (also called oi) — The total number of outstanding (not yet closed) derivative contracts. Rising OI signals new money flowing into a position.
In simple terms
A price rise with rising OI suggests a strengthening trend.
Why Open Interest matters when you invest
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Open Interest — frequently asked questions
What is Open Interest?
The total number of outstanding (not yet closed) derivative contracts. Rising OI signals new money flowing into a position.
What does Open Interest mean in the stock market?
The total number of outstanding (not yet closed) derivative contracts. Rising OI signals new money flowing into a position. A price rise with rising OI suggests a strengthening trend.
Can you give an example of Open Interest?
A price rise with rising OI suggests a strengthening trend.
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