(AGQ)
Max Pain By Strike
AGQ trades at $54.15, 8.3% above the near-term max pain of $50 expiring Aug 29, 2025 (5 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is rising across expirations ($30-$95), reflecting growing call interest at higher strikes. Key magnetic zone at 40 where 2 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for AGQ shows an upward trend from 30 to 95, suggesting bullish positioning in longer-dated options. The 136% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 54.15 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 29, 2025 | 50 | -4.15 (-7.66%) |
| Sep 5, 2025 | 50.5 | -3.65 (-6.73%) |
| Sep 12, 2025 | 49.5 | -4.65 (-8.58%) |
| Sep 19, 2025 | 40 | -14.15 (-26.12%) |
| Sep 26, 2025 | 53.5 | -0.65 (-1.19%) |
| Oct 3, 2025 | 30 | -24.15 (-44.59%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 40 | -14.15 (-26.12%) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 38 | -16.15 (-29.82%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 35 | -19.15 (-35.36%) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 52 | -2.15 (-3.96%) |
| Jul 17, 2026 | 95 | 40.85 (75.45%) |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 42 | -12.15 (-22.43%) |