CBOE: ECH · Real-Time Price · USD
32.81
0.91 (2.85%)
At close: Aug 22, 2025, 3:00 PM

Max Pain By Strike

ECH trades at $32.81, 5.8% above the near-term max pain of $31 expiring Sep 19, 2025 (26 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is falling across expirations ($22-$31), 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 ECH shows a downward trend from 31 to 22, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 32% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 32.81 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 31 -1.81 (-5.52%)
Oct 17, 2025 22 -10.81 (-32.95%)
Nov 21, 2025 28 -4.81 (-14.66%)
Feb 20, 2026 30 -2.81 (-8.56%)