Ecolab Inc. (ECL)
Ecolab Max Pain By Strike
ECL trades at $273.64, pinned near the near-term max pain of $270 expiring Sep 19, 2025 (14 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is falling across expirations ($260-$290), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. Key magnetic zone at 260 where 2 expirations converge.
Ecolab Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for ECL shows a downward trend from 290 to 260, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 11% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 273.64 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 |
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Sep 19, 2025 | 270 | -3.64 (-1.33%) |
Oct 17, 2025 | 260 | -13.64 (-4.98%) |
Dec 19, 2025 | 260 | -13.64 (-4.98%) |
Jan 16, 2026 | 270 | -3.64 (-1.33%) |
Apr 17, 2026 | 290 | 16.36 (5.98%) |