L.B. Foster (FSTR)
L.B. Foster Max Pain By Strike
FSTR trades at $22.73, 9.1% below the near-term max pain of $25 expiring Aug 15, 2025 (0 days). Look for upward drift as max pain acts as a magnet pulling price higher. Max pain is falling across expirations ($12.5-$95), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. Key magnetic zone at 13 where 2 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
L.B. Foster Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for FSTR shows a downward trend from 95 to 12.5, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 283% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Levels distributed around 22.73. 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 | 2.27 (10.01%) |
| Sep 19, 2025 | 12.5 | -10.23 (-44.99%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 12.5 | -10.23 (-44.99%) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 15 | -7.73 (-33.99%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 95 | 72.28 (318.04%) |
| Feb 20, 2026 | 15 | -7.73 (-33.99%) |