Ellington Financial Inc. (EFC)
Ellington Financial Max Pain By Strike
EFC trades at $13.83, 7.8% below the near-term max pain of $15 expiring Sep 19, 2025 (12 days). Look for upward drift as max pain acts as a magnet pulling price higher. Max pain is rising across expirations ($12.5-$15), reflecting growing call interest at higher strikes. Key magnetic zone at 13 where 2 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
Ellington Financial Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for EFC shows an upward trend from 12.5 to 15, suggesting bullish positioning in longer-dated options. The 18% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Levels distributed around 13.83. 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 | 15 | 1.17 (8.46%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 15 | 1.17 (8.46%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 12.5 | -1.33 (-9.62%) |
| Apr 17, 2026 | 12.5 | -1.33 (-9.62%) |