(EQTY)
Max Pain By Strike
EQTY trades at $25.98, 18.1% above the near-term max pain of $22 expiring Sep 19, 2025 (6 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is falling across expirations ($18-$95), 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 EQTY shows a downward trend from 95 to 18, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 215% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 25.98 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 | 22 | -3.98 (-15.30%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 23 | -2.98 (-11.45%) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 18 | -7.98 (-30.70%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 95 | 69.03 (265.74%) |
| Feb 20, 2026 | 21 | -4.98 (-19.15%) |