Alibaba Group Holding Lim... (BABA)
Alibaba Max Pain By Strike
BABA trades at $135.61, 4.3% above the near-term max pain of $130 expiring Sep 12, 2025 (6 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is stable across expirations ($100-$145), indicating stable market expectations. Key magnetic zone at 120 where 6 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
Alibaba Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for BABA shows stable levels around 123.84, reflecting balanced market expectations. The 36% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 135.61 may cap rallies. Strong magnetic level at 120 (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 | 130 | -5.61 (-4.14%) |
| Sep 19, 2025 | 120 | -15.61 (-11.51%) |
| Sep 26, 2025 | 130 | -5.61 (-4.14%) |
| Oct 3, 2025 | 130 | -5.61 (-4.14%) |
| Oct 10, 2025 | 133 | -2.61 (-1.92%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 120 | -15.61 (-11.51%) |
| Oct 24, 2025 | 130 | -5.61 (-4.14%) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 125 | -10.61 (-7.82%) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 120 | -15.61 (-11.51%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 115 | -20.61 (-15.20%) |
| Feb 20, 2026 | 125 | -10.61 (-7.82%) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 125 | -10.61 (-7.82%) |
| Apr 17, 2026 | 145 | 9.39 (6.92%) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | 120 | -15.61 (-11.51%) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | 120 | -15.61 (-11.51%) |
| Dec 18, 2026 | 120 | -15.61 (-11.51%) |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 135 | -0.61 (-0.45%) |
| Jun 17, 2027 | 110 | -25.61 (-18.89%) |
| Dec 17, 2027 | 100 | -35.61 (-26.26%) |