iShares US Financial Serv... (IYG)

IYG trades at $89.02, 14.1% above the near-term max pain of $78 expiring Oct 17, 2025 (11 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is falling across expirations ($70-$85), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.

Max pain for IYG shows a downward trend from 85 to 70, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 19% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 89.02 may cap rallies. Weekly expirations influence price 2-3 days before expiry; monthlies throughout their final week.