Hormel Foods Corporation (HRL)
Hormel Foods Max Pain By Strike
HRL trades at $28.5, pinned near the near-term max pain of $29 expiring Aug 15, 2025 (0 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is rising across expirations ($21-$30), reflecting growing call interest at higher strikes. Key magnetic zone at 28 where 4 expirations converge.
Hormel Foods Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for HRL shows an upward trend from 21 to 30, suggesting bullish positioning in longer-dated options. The 32% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Levels distributed around 28.5. Strong magnetic level at 28 (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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 15, 2025 | 29 | 0.50 (1.74%) |
| Aug 22, 2025 | 29 | 0.50 (1.74%) |
| Aug 29, 2025 | 29 | 0.50 (1.74%) |
| Sep 5, 2025 | 28 | -0.50 (-1.77%) |
| Sep 12, 2025 | 28 | -0.50 (-1.77%) |
| Sep 19, 2025 | 28 | -0.50 (-1.77%) |
| Sep 26, 2025 | 30 | 1.50 (5.24%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 21 | -7.50 (-26.33%) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 30 | 1.50 (5.24%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 30 | 1.50 (5.24%) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 29 | 0.50 (1.74%) |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 28 | -0.50 (-1.77%) |