iPath Series B S&P 500 VI... (VXX)
iPath Series B S&P 500 VIX Short-Term Futures ETN Max Pain By Strike
VXX trades at $38.07, 4.8% below the near-term max pain of $40 expiring Aug 22, 2025 (3 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is stable across expirations ($38-$50), indicating stable market expectations. Key magnetic zone at 40 where 3 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
iPath Series B S&P 500 VIX Short-Term Futures ETN Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for VXX shows stable levels around 41.67, reflecting balanced market expectations. The 29% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels above 38.07 could support dips. Strong magnetic level at 40 (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 | 40 | 1.93 (5.07%) |
| Aug 29, 2025 | 42 | 3.93 (10.32%) |
| Sep 5, 2025 | 41 | 2.93 (7.70%) |
| Sep 12, 2025 | 40.5 | 2.43 (6.38%) |
| Sep 19, 2025 | 42 | 3.93 (10.32%) |
| Sep 26, 2025 | 38.5 | 0.43 (1.13%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 38 | -0.07 (-0.18%) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 38 | -0.07 (-0.18%) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 40 | 1.93 (5.07%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 50 | 11.93 (31.34%) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 40 | 1.93 (5.07%) |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 50 | 11.93 (31.34%) |