What is Point of Control (POC) in Gold Derivatives?

The Point of Control (POC) is the specific price level or strike price that contains the highest concentration of trading volume or net Gamma Exposure (GEX) within a defined session.

1. High-Volume Price Magnet

In market profile theory and options order flow analysis, the Point of Control represents fair value where institutional buyers and sellers conducted the maximum transaction volume. Price frequently returns to re-test the POC before launching directional moves.

2. Volume POC vs Gamma POC

  • Volume POC (VPOC): The price level with the highest futures contract volume traded.
  • Gamma POC (GPOC): The strike price with the largest net dealer gamma concentration, acting as the primary intraday volatility anchor.
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