Horizon Bancorp Inc. (HBNC) Options Max Pain Analysis | Strike Price Pressure & Sentiment - Stocknear

Horizon Bancorp Inc.

NASDAQ: HBNC · Real-Time Price · USD
16.26
-0.17 (-1.03%)
At close: Sep 12, 2025, 12:21 PM

Horizon Bancorp Max Pain By Strike

HBNC trades at $16.26, 8.4% above the near-term max pain of $15 expiring Sep 19, 2025 (7 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is falling across expirations ($15-$95), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. Key magnetic zone at 15 where 4 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.

Horizon Bancorp Max Pain By Expiry

Max pain for HBNC shows a downward trend from 95 to 15, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 258% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 16.26 may cap rallies. Strong magnetic level at 15 (4 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
Sep 19, 2025 15 -1.26 (-7.75%)
Oct 17, 2025 15 -1.26 (-7.75%)
Dec 19, 2025 15 -1.26 (-7.75%)
Jan 16, 2026 95 78.74 (484.26%)
Mar 20, 2026 15 -1.26 (-7.75%)