First Busey Corporation (BUSE)
First Busey Max Pain By Strike
BUSE trades at $23.21, 3.2% above the near-term max pain of $22.5 expiring Sep 19, 2025 (34 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is falling across expirations ($7.5-$50), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. Key magnetic zone at 13 where 2 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
First Busey Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for BUSE shows a downward trend from 50 to 7.5, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 202% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 23.21 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 19, 2025 | 22.5 | -0.71 (-3.08%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 12.5 | -10.71 (-46.16%) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 7.5 | -15.71 (-67.69%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 50 | 26.79 (115.38%) |
| Feb 20, 2026 | 12.5 | -10.71 (-46.16%) |