American Eagle Outfitters... (AEO)
American Eagle Outfitters Max Pain By Strike
AEO trades at $17.79, pinned near the near-term max pain of $17.5 expiring Sep 12, 2025 (3 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is falling across expirations ($10-$19), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. Key magnetic zone at 18 where 3 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
American Eagle Outfitters Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for AEO shows a downward trend from 19 to 10, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 62% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 17.79 may cap rallies. Strong magnetic level at 18 (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 | 17.5 | -0.29 (-1.60%) |
| Sep 19, 2025 | 13 | -4.79 (-26.90%) |
| Sep 26, 2025 | 14 | -3.79 (-21.28%) |
| Oct 3, 2025 | 18 | 0.21 (1.21%) |
| Oct 10, 2025 | 16 | -1.79 (-10.04%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 17 | -0.79 (-4.41%) |
| Oct 24, 2025 | 18 | 0.21 (1.21%) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 12 | -5.79 (-32.53%) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 19 | 1.21 (6.83%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 11 | -6.79 (-38.15%) |
| Feb 20, 2026 | 13 | -4.79 (-26.90%) |
| May 15, 2026 | 14 | -3.79 (-21.28%) |
| Nov 20, 2026 | 12 | -5.79 (-32.53%) |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 10 | -7.79 (-43.77%) |