L.B. Foster (FSTR)
L.B. Foster Max Pain By Strike
FSTR trades at $26.53, 17.9% above the near-term max pain of $22.5 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-$95), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. Key magnetic zone at 15 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 258% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 26.53 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 19, 2025 | 22.5 | -4.03 (-15.19%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 12.5 | -14.03 (-52.88%) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 15 | -11.53 (-43.46%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 95 | 68.47 (258.09%) |
| Feb 20, 2026 | 15 | -11.53 (-43.46%) |