Fidus Investment Corporation (FDUS) Options Max Pain Analysis | Strike Price Pressure & Sentiment - Stocknear

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NASDAQ: FDUS · Real-Time Price · USD
21.39
0.00 (0.00%)
At close: Sep 05, 2025, 3:59 PM
21.66
1.26%
After-hours: Sep 05, 2025, 07:50 PM EDT

Fidus Investment Max Pain By Strike

FDUS trades at $21.39, 7.0% above the near-term max pain of $20 expiring Sep 19, 2025 (11 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is falling across expirations ($12.5-$20), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. Key magnetic zone at 20 where 3 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.

Fidus Investment Max Pain By Expiry

Max pain for FDUS shows a downward trend from 20 to 12.5, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 41% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 21.39 may cap rallies. Strong magnetic level at 20 (3 expirations). 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 20 -1.39 (-6.50%)
Oct 17, 2025 12.5 -8.89 (-41.56%)
Dec 19, 2025 20 -1.39 (-6.50%)
Mar 20, 2026 20 -1.39 (-6.50%)