iShares 7-10 Year Treasur... (IEF)
iShares 7-10 Year Treasury Bond ETF Max Pain By Strike
IEF trades at $95.77, pinned near the near-term max pain of $96 expiring Aug 29, 2025 (6 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is rising across expirations ($80-$96), reflecting growing call interest at higher strikes. Key magnetic zone at 96 where 6 expirations converge.
iShares 7-10 Year Treasury Bond ETF Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for IEF shows an upward trend from 80 to 96, suggesting bullish positioning in longer-dated options. The 17% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Levels distributed around 95.77. Strong magnetic level at 96 (6 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 29, 2025 | 96 | 0.23 (0.24%) |
| Sep 5, 2025 | 95 | -0.77 (-0.80%) |
| Sep 12, 2025 | 95.5 | -0.27 (-0.28%) |
| Sep 19, 2025 | 96 | 0.23 (0.24%) |
| Sep 26, 2025 | 95.5 | -0.27 (-0.28%) |
| Oct 3, 2025 | 80 | -15.77 (-16.47%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 96 | 0.23 (0.24%) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 95 | -0.77 (-0.80%) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 94 | -1.77 (-1.85%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 94 | -1.77 (-1.85%) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 93 | -2.77 (-2.89%) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | 90 | -5.77 (-6.02%) |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 96 | 0.23 (0.24%) |