Designer Brands Inc. (DBI)
Designer Brands Max Pain By Strike
DBI trades at $3.31, 10.3% above the near-term max pain of $3 expiring Aug 15, 2025 (0 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is falling across expirations ($2.5-$65), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. Key magnetic zone at 3 where 6 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
Designer Brands Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for DBI shows a downward trend from 65 to 2.5, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 534% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 3.31 may cap rallies. Strong magnetic level at 3 (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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 15, 2025 | 3 | -0.31 (-9.50%) |
| Sep 19, 2025 | 2.5 | -0.81 (-24.59%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 3 | -0.31 (-9.50%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 3 | -0.31 (-9.50%) |
| Apr 17, 2026 | 2.5 | -0.81 (-24.59%) |
| Dec 18, 2026 | 65 | 61.69 (1860.78%) |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 3 | -0.31 (-9.50%) |