Acadia Healthcare Inc. (ACHC) Options Max Pain Analysis | Strike Price Pressure & Sentiment - Stocknear

Acadia Healthcare Inc.

NASDAQ: ACHC · Real-Time Price · USD
23.72
0.07 (0.30%)
At close: Sep 05, 2025, 3:59 PM
24.35
2.66%
After-hours: Sep 05, 2025, 06:54 PM EDT

Acadia Healthcare Max Pain By Strike

ACHC trades at $23.72, 5.4% above the near-term max pain of $22.5 expiring Sep 19, 2025 (12 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is rising across expirations ($15-$22.5), reflecting growing call interest at higher strikes. Key magnetic zone at 23 where 4 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.

Acadia Healthcare Max Pain By Expiry

Max pain for ACHC shows an upward trend from 15 to 22.5, suggesting bullish positioning in longer-dated options. The 36% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 23.72 may cap rallies. Strong magnetic level at 23 (4 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 19, 2025 22.5 -1.22 (-5.14%)
Oct 17, 2025 22.5 -1.22 (-5.14%)
Dec 19, 2025 22.5 -1.22 (-5.14%)
Jan 16, 2026 22.5 -1.22 (-5.14%)
Mar 20, 2026 15 -8.72 (-36.76%)