Gap Inc. (GAP)
Gap Max Pain By Strike
GAP trades at $21.99, pinned near the near-term max pain of $22 expiring Oct 3, 2025 (5 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is rising across expirations ($15-$23), reflecting growing call interest at higher strikes. Key magnetic zone at 22 where 9 expirations converge.
Gap Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for GAP shows an upward trend from 15 to 23, suggesting bullish positioning in longer-dated options. The 37% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels above 21.99 could support dips. Strong magnetic level at 22 (9 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 3, 2025 | 22 | n/a (n/a) |
| Oct 10, 2025 | 22 | n/a (n/a) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 22 | n/a (n/a) |
| Oct 24, 2025 | 22 | n/a (n/a) |
| Oct 31, 2025 | 22.5 | n/a (n/a) |
| Nov 7, 2025 | 15 | n/a (n/a) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 22 | n/a (n/a) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 22 | n/a (n/a) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 23 | n/a (n/a) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 22 | n/a (n/a) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | 22 | n/a (n/a) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | 23 | n/a (n/a) |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 22 | n/a (n/a) |
| Jan 21, 2028 | 20 | n/a (n/a) |