Applied Materials Inc. (AMAT)
Applied Materials Max Pain By Strike
AMAT trades at $162.75, pinned near the near-term max pain of $160 expiring Sep 12, 2025 (6 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is rising across expirations ($150-$180), reflecting growing call interest at higher strikes. Key magnetic zone at 165 where 6 expirations converge.
Applied Materials Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for AMAT shows an upward trend from 150 to 180, suggesting bullish positioning in longer-dated options. The 18% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Levels distributed around 162.75. Strong magnetic level at 165 (6 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 | 160 | -2.75 (-1.69%) |
| Sep 19, 2025 | 165 | 2.25 (1.38%) |
| Sep 26, 2025 | 165 | 2.25 (1.38%) |
| Oct 3, 2025 | 155 | -7.75 (-4.76%) |
| Oct 10, 2025 | 160 | -2.75 (-1.69%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 165 | 2.25 (1.38%) |
| Oct 24, 2025 | 160 | -2.75 (-1.69%) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 180 | 17.25 (10.60%) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 170 | 7.25 (4.45%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 170 | 7.25 (4.45%) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 170 | 7.25 (4.45%) |
| Apr 17, 2026 | 165 | 2.25 (1.38%) |
| May 15, 2026 | 165 | 2.25 (1.38%) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | 175 | 12.25 (7.53%) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | 180 | 17.25 (10.60%) |
| Dec 18, 2026 | 180 | 17.25 (10.60%) |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 150 | -12.75 (-7.83%) |
| Jun 17, 2027 | 165 | 2.25 (1.38%) |
| Dec 17, 2027 | 155 | -7.75 (-4.76%) |