Applied Optoelectronics Inc. (AAOI) Options Max Pain Analysis | Strike Price Pressure & Sentiment - Stocknear

Applied Optoelectronics I...

NASDAQ: AAOI · Real-Time Price · USD
23.63
-0.36 (-1.50%)
At close: Sep 08, 2025, 3:59 PM
23.63
0.00%
After-hours: Sep 08, 2025, 07:39 PM EDT

Applied Optoelectronics Max Pain By Strike

AAOI trades at $23.63, 5.0% above the near-term max pain of $22.5 expiring Sep 12, 2025 (3 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is rising across expirations ($10-$26), reflecting growing call interest at higher strikes. Key magnetic zone at 22 where 3 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.

Applied Optoelectronics Max Pain By Expiry

Max pain for AAOI shows an upward trend from 10 to 26, suggesting bullish positioning in longer-dated options. The 78% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 23.63 may cap rallies. Strong magnetic level at 22 (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
Sep 12, 2025 22.5 -1.13 (-4.78%)
Sep 19, 2025 22 -1.63 (-6.90%)
Sep 26, 2025 26 2.37 (10.03%)
Oct 3, 2025 23 -0.63 (-2.67%)
Oct 10, 2025 22 -1.63 (-6.90%)
Oct 17, 2025 23 -0.63 (-2.67%)
Oct 24, 2025 22 -1.63 (-6.90%)
Dec 19, 2025 19 -4.63 (-19.59%)
Jan 16, 2026 17.5 -6.13 (-25.94%)
Mar 20, 2026 20 -3.63 (-15.36%)
Jan 15, 2027 10 -13.63 (-57.68%)