Appian Corporation (APPN) Options Max Pain Analysis | Strike Price Pressure & Sentiment - Stocknear

Appian Corporation

NASDAQ: APPN · Real-Time Price · USD
30.98
-0.49 (-1.56%)
At close: Sep 26, 2025, 3:59 PM
30.87
-0.35%
After-hours: Sep 26, 2025, 05:49 PM EDT

Appian Max Pain By Strike

APPN trades at $30.98, 12.7% above the near-term max pain of $27.5 expiring Oct 17, 2025 (19 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is rising across expirations ($17.5-$35), reflecting growing call interest at higher strikes. Key magnetic zone at 30 where 3 expirations converge.

Appian Max Pain By Expiry

Max pain for APPN shows an upward trend from 17.5 to 35, suggesting bullish positioning in longer-dated options. The 62% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 30.98 may cap rallies. Strong magnetic level at 30 (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
Oct 17, 2025 27.5 n/a (n/a)
Nov 21, 2025 32.5 n/a (n/a)
Dec 19, 2025 35 n/a (n/a)
Jan 16, 2026 30 n/a (n/a)
Feb 20, 2026 30 n/a (n/a)
May 15, 2026 30 n/a (n/a)
Jan 15, 2027 17.5 n/a (n/a)
Jan 21, 2028 25 n/a (n/a)