Direxion Daily Gold Miner... (NUGT)
Direxion Daily Gold Miners Index Bull 2X Shares Max Pain By Strike
NUGT trades at $99.29, 9.1% above the near-term max pain of $91 expiring Aug 29, 2025 (2 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is rising across expirations ($42-$93), reflecting growing call interest at higher strikes. Key magnetic zone at 90 where 2 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
Direxion Daily Gold Miners Index Bull 2X Shares Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for NUGT shows an upward trend from 42 to 93, suggesting bullish positioning in longer-dated options. The 65% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 99.29 may cap rallies. 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 | 91 | -8.29 (-8.35%) |
| Sep 5, 2025 | 92.5 | -6.79 (-6.84%) |
| Sep 12, 2025 | 90 | -9.29 (-9.36%) |
| Sep 19, 2025 | 74 | -25.29 (-25.47%) |
| Sep 26, 2025 | 91.5 | -7.79 (-7.85%) |
| Oct 3, 2025 | 93 | -6.29 (-6.33%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 90 | -9.29 (-9.36%) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 67 | -32.29 (-32.52%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 42 | -57.29 (-57.70%) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 76 | -23.29 (-23.46%) |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 50 | -49.29 (-49.64%) |