Core Laboratories N.V. (CLB) Options Max Pain Analysis | Strike Price Pressure & Sentiment - Stocknear

Core Laboratories N.V.

NYSE: CLB · Real-Time Price · USD
12.15
0.17 (1.42%)
At close: Oct 03, 2025, 3:59 PM
12.14
-0.08%
After-hours: Oct 03, 2025, 05:29 PM EDT

Core Laboratories Max Pain By Strike

CLB trades at $12.15, 21.5% above the near-term max pain of $10 expiring Oct 17, 2025 (11 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is rising across expirations ($7-$12.5), reflecting growing call interest at higher strikes. Key magnetic zone at 13 where 3 expirations converge.

Core Laboratories Max Pain By Expiry

Max pain for CLB shows an upward trend from 7 to 12.5, suggesting bullish positioning in longer-dated options. The 50% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Levels distributed around 12.15. Strong magnetic level at 13 (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 10 n/a (n/a)
Nov 21, 2025 12.5 n/a (n/a)
Dec 19, 2025 12.5 n/a (n/a)
Jan 16, 2026 7 n/a (n/a)
Mar 20, 2026 12.5 n/a (n/a)