VanEck Junior Gold Miners... (GDXJ)
VanEck Junior Gold Miners ETF Max Pain By Strike
GDXJ trades at $71.25, pinned near the near-term max pain of $71 expiring Aug 22, 2025 (2 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is stable across expirations ($48-$73), indicating stable market expectations. Key magnetic zone at 70 where 3 expirations converge.
VanEck Junior Gold Miners ETF Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for GDXJ shows stable levels around 65.73, reflecting balanced market expectations. The 38% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 71.25 may cap rallies. Strong magnetic level at 70 (3 expirations). Weekly expirations influence price 2-3 days before expiry; monthlies throughout their final week.
Max Pain Table
| Expiration Date | Max Pain | Max Pain vs Current Price |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 22, 2025 | 71 | -0.25 (-0.36%) |
| Aug 29, 2025 | 70 | -1.25 (-1.76%) |
| Sep 5, 2025 | 69.5 | -1.75 (-2.46%) |
| Sep 12, 2025 | 68 | -3.25 (-4.57%) |
| Sep 19, 2025 | 70 | -1.25 (-1.76%) |
| Sep 26, 2025 | 72 | 0.75 (1.05%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 69 | -2.25 (-3.16%) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 67 | -4.25 (-5.97%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 48 | -23.25 (-32.64%) |
| Feb 20, 2026 | 73 | 1.75 (2.45%) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 61 | -10.25 (-14.39%) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | 65 | -6.25 (-8.78%) |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 51 | -20.25 (-28.43%) |