Hershey (HSY)
Hershey Max Pain By Strike
HSY trades at $185.59, pinned near the near-term max pain of $185 expiring Sep 12, 2025 (1 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is stable across expirations ($170-$205), indicating stable market expectations. Key magnetic zone at 175 where 7 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
Hershey Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for HSY shows stable levels around 179.29, reflecting balanced market expectations. The 20% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 185.59 may cap rallies. Strong magnetic level at 175 (7 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 12, 2025 | 185 | -0.59 (-0.32%) |
| Sep 19, 2025 | 175 | -10.59 (-5.71%) |
| Sep 26, 2025 | 175 | -10.59 (-5.71%) |
| Oct 3, 2025 | 180 | -5.59 (-3.01%) |
| Oct 10, 2025 | 180 | -5.59 (-3.01%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 185 | -0.59 (-0.32%) |
| Oct 24, 2025 | 205 | 19.41 (10.46%) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 180 | -5.59 (-3.01%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 175 | -10.59 (-5.71%) |
| Feb 20, 2026 | 175 | -10.59 (-5.71%) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 175 | -10.59 (-5.71%) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | 175 | -10.59 (-5.71%) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | 170 | -15.59 (-8.40%) |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 175 | -10.59 (-5.71%) |