Ardelyx Inc. (ARDX)
Ardelyx Max Pain By Strike
ARDX trades at $5.96, 49.0% above the near-term max pain of $4 expiring Aug 15, 2025 (-1 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is stable across expirations ($1-$7), indicating stable market expectations. Key magnetic zone at 4 where 4 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
Ardelyx Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for ARDX shows stable levels around 4.00, reflecting balanced market expectations. The 150% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 5.96 may cap rallies. Strong magnetic level at 4 (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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 15, 2025 | 4 | -1.96 (-32.94%) |
| Sep 19, 2025 | 4 | -1.96 (-32.94%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 4 | -1.96 (-32.94%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 7 | 1.04 (17.35%) |
| Apr 17, 2026 | 1 | -4.96 (-83.24%) |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 4 | -1.96 (-32.94%) |