Hayward Inc. (HAYW)
Hayward Max Pain By Strike
HAYW trades at $14.85, pinned near the near-term max pain of $15 expiring Oct 17, 2025 (19 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is falling across expirations ($8-$15), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. Key magnetic zone at 15 where 2 expirations converge.
Hayward Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for HAYW shows a downward trend from 15 to 8, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 54% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Levels distributed around 14.85. 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 17, 2025 | 15 | n/a (n/a) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 8 | n/a (n/a) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 14 | n/a (n/a) |
| Apr 17, 2026 | 15 | n/a (n/a) |