Quest Diagnostics (DGX) Options Max Pain Analysis | Strike Price Pressure & Sentiment - Stocknear

Quest Diagnostics

NYSE: DGX · Real-Time Price · USD
179.52
-1.44 (-0.80%)
At close: Oct 03, 2025, 3:59 PM
181.31
1.00%
After-hours: Oct 03, 2025, 06:22 PM EDT

Quest Diagnostics Max Pain By Strike

DGX trades at $179.52, 3.0% below the near-term max pain of $185 expiring Oct 17, 2025 (13 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is stable across expirations ($150-$185), indicating stable market expectations. Key magnetic zone at 180 where 2 expirations converge.

Quest Diagnostics Max Pain By Expiry

Max pain for DGX shows stable levels around 174.29, reflecting balanced market expectations. The 20% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Levels distributed around 179.52. 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 185 n/a (n/a)
Nov 21, 2025 180 n/a (n/a)
Dec 19, 2025 165 n/a (n/a)
Jan 16, 2026 180 n/a (n/a)
Feb 20, 2026 175 n/a (n/a)
Mar 20, 2026 185 n/a (n/a)
May 15, 2026 150 n/a (n/a)