(FAS)
Max Pain By Strike
FAS trades at $166.08, 3.2% above the near-term max pain of $161 expiring Aug 22, 2025 (5 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is stable across expirations ($80-$169), indicating stable market expectations. Key magnetic zone at 155 where 2 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for FAS shows stable levels around 144.36, reflecting balanced market expectations. The 62% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 166.08 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 22, 2025 | 161 | -5.08 (-3.06%) |
| Aug 29, 2025 | 160 | -6.08 (-3.66%) |
| Sep 5, 2025 | 161 | -5.08 (-3.06%) |
| Sep 12, 2025 | 169 | 2.92 (1.76%) |
| Sep 19, 2025 | 155 | -11.08 (-6.67%) |
| Sep 26, 2025 | 160 | -6.08 (-3.66%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 155 | -11.08 (-6.67%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 80 | -86.08 (-51.83%) |
| Apr 17, 2026 | 152 | -14.08 (-8.48%) |
| Dec 18, 2026 | 135 | -31.08 (-18.71%) |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 100 | -66.08 (-39.79%) |