Gap Inc. (GPS)
Gap Max Pain By Strike
GPS trades at $24.55, 63.7% above the near-term max pain of $15 expiring Dec 19, 2025 (126 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is stable across expirations ($3-$15), indicating stable market expectations. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
Gap Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for GPS shows stable levels around 9.00, reflecting balanced market expectations. The 133% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 24.55 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 19, 2025 | 15 | -9.55 (-38.90%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 3 | -21.55 (-87.78%) |