AMEX: HEQT · Real-Time Price · USD
30.68
-0.06 (-0.20%)
At close: Aug 18, 2025, 1:40 PM

Max Pain By Strike

HEQT trades at $30.68, 22.7% above the near-term max pain of $25 expiring Sep 19, 2025 (32 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is falling across expirations ($24-$60), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. Key magnetic zone at 25 where 2 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.

Max Pain By Expiry

Max pain for HEQT shows a downward trend from 60 to 24, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 113% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 30.68 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 25 -5.68 (-18.51%)
Oct 17, 2025 25 -5.68 (-18.51%)
Jan 16, 2026 24 -6.68 (-21.77%)
Apr 17, 2026 26 -4.68 (-15.25%)
Dec 18, 2026 60 29.32 (95.57%)