(DRLL)
Max Pain By Strike
DRLL trades at $28.54, 24.1% above the near-term max pain of $23 expiring Sep 19, 2025 (6 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is falling across expirations ($8-$45), 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 DRLL shows a downward trend from 45 to 8, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 153% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 28.54 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 | 23 | -5.54 (-19.41%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 8 | -20.54 (-71.97%) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 21 | -7.54 (-26.42%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 45 | 16.46 (57.67%) |
| Feb 20, 2026 | 24 | -4.54 (-15.91%) |