(CRTC)
Max Pain By Strike
CRTC trades at $35.18, 21.3% above the near-term max pain of $29 expiring Sep 19, 2025 (20 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is falling across expirations ($22-$30), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for CRTC shows a downward trend from 30 to 22, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 30% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 35.18 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 | 29 | -6.18 (-17.57%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 22 | -13.18 (-37.46%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 27 | -8.18 (-23.25%) |
| Apr 17, 2026 | 30 | -5.18 (-14.72%) |