Essex Property Trust Inc. (ESS)
Essex Property Trust Max Pain By Strike
ESS trades at $267.84, 3.0% above the near-term max pain of $260 expiring Oct 17, 2025 (19 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is falling across expirations ($240-$290), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. Key magnetic zone at 260 where 2 expirations converge.
Essex Property Trust Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for ESS shows a downward trend from 290 to 240, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 19% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 267.84 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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Oct 17, 2025 | 260 | n/a (n/a) |
Nov 21, 2025 | 260 | n/a (n/a) |
Jan 16, 2026 | 240 | n/a (n/a) |
Apr 17, 2026 | 290 | n/a (n/a) |