HP Inc. (HPQ)
HP Max Pain By Strike
HPQ trades at $26.7, 4.6% below the near-term max pain of $28 expiring Oct 3, 2025 (5 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is rising across expirations ($15-$33), reflecting growing call interest at higher strikes. Key magnetic zone at 27 where 5 expirations converge.
HP Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for HPQ shows an upward trend from 15 to 33, suggesting bullish positioning in longer-dated options. The 69% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels above 26.7 could support dips. Strong magnetic level at 27 (5 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 | 28 | n/a (n/a) |
| Oct 10, 2025 | 28 | n/a (n/a) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 28 | n/a (n/a) |
| Oct 24, 2025 | 27 | n/a (n/a) |
| Oct 31, 2025 | 27.5 | n/a (n/a) |
| Nov 7, 2025 | 15 | n/a (n/a) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 27 | n/a (n/a) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 27 | n/a (n/a) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 27 | n/a (n/a) |
| Feb 20, 2026 | 27 | n/a (n/a) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 29 | n/a (n/a) |
| May 15, 2026 | 33 | n/a (n/a) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | 25 | n/a (n/a) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | 25 | n/a (n/a) |
| Dec 18, 2026 | 28 | n/a (n/a) |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 25 | n/a (n/a) |
| Jan 21, 2028 | 20 | n/a (n/a) |