(DIA)
Max Pain By Strike
DIA trades at $449.66, pinned near the near-term max pain of $445 expiring Aug 15, 2025 (0 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is stable across expirations ($375-$445), indicating stable market expectations. Key magnetic zone at 443 where 3 expirations converge.
Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for DIA shows stable levels around 429.50, reflecting balanced market expectations. The 16% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 449.66 may cap rallies. Strong magnetic level at 443 (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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 15, 2025 | 445 | -4.66 (-1.04%) |
| Aug 22, 2025 | 442.5 | -7.16 (-1.59%) |
| Aug 29, 2025 | 442.5 | -7.16 (-1.59%) |
| Sep 5, 2025 | 443 | -6.66 (-1.48%) |
| Sep 12, 2025 | 437.5 | -12.16 (-2.70%) |
| Sep 19, 2025 | 437 | -12.66 (-2.82%) |
| Sep 26, 2025 | 437.5 | -12.16 (-2.70%) |
| Sep 30, 2025 | 436 | -13.66 (-3.04%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 440 | -9.66 (-2.15%) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 375 | -74.66 (-16.60%) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 430 | -19.66 (-4.37%) |
| Dec 31, 2025 | 410 | -39.66 (-8.82%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 410 | -39.66 (-8.82%) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 425 | -24.66 (-5.48%) |
| Mar 31, 2026 | 415 | -34.66 (-7.71%) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | 440 | -9.66 (-2.15%) |
| Jun 30, 2026 | 439 | -10.66 (-2.37%) |
| Dec 18, 2026 | 420 | -29.66 (-6.60%) |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 445 | -4.66 (-1.04%) |
| Dec 17, 2027 | 420 | -29.66 (-6.60%) |