First Financial Bancorp. (FFBC)
First Financial Bancorp. Max Pain By Strike
FFBC trades at $24.66, pinned near the near-term max pain of $25 expiring Aug 15, 2025 (-1 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is falling across expirations ($12.5-$25), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. Key magnetic zone at 25 where 3 expirations converge.
First Financial Bancorp. Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for FFBC shows a downward trend from 25 to 12.5, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 57% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Levels distributed around 24.66. Strong magnetic level at 25 (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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 15, 2025 | 25 | 0.34 (1.38%) |
| Sep 19, 2025 | 25 | 0.34 (1.38%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 12.5 | -12.16 (-49.31%) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 25 | 0.34 (1.38%) |
| Feb 20, 2026 | 22.5 | -2.16 (-8.76%) |