Principal U.S. Mega-Cap E... (USMC)
Principal U.S. Mega-Cap ETF Max Pain By Strike
USMC trades at $65.01, 35.4% above the near-term max pain of $48 expiring Sep 19, 2025 (26 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is falling across expirations ($48-$65), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
Principal U.S. Mega-Cap ETF Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for USMC shows a downward trend from 65 to 48, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 30% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 65.01 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 19, 2025 | 48 | -17.01 (-26.17%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 61 | -4.01 (-6.17%) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 49 | -16.01 (-24.63%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 65 | -0.01 (-0.02%) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 59 | -6.01 (-9.24%) |