PCR (Put-Call Ratio) in Options Trading — simple and practical explanation
What is PCR?
PCR (Put-Call Ratio) tells you market sentiment by comparing:
Number of Put options (PE)
Number of Call options (CE)
👉 Formula:
PCR = Total Put Open Interest ÷ Total Call Open Interest
Simple Meaning
High PCR (above 1) → More puts → Market is bearish or fearful
Low PCR (below 1) → More calls → Market is bullish or greedy
What is PCR?
PCR (Put-Call Ratio) tells you market sentiment by comparing:
Number of Put options (PE)
Number of Call options (CE)
👉 Formula:
PCR = Total Put Open Interest ÷ Total Call Open Interest
Simple Meaning
High PCR (above 1) → More puts → Market is bearish or fearful
Low PCR (below 1) → More calls → Market is bullish or greedy
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