Hertz Global Inc. (HTZ)
Hertz Global Max Pain By Strike
HTZ trades at $5.47, 39.2% below the near-term max pain of $9 expiring Sep 12, 2025 (6 days). Look for upward drift as max pain acts as a magnet pulling price higher. Max pain is rising across expirations ($4-$9), reflecting growing call interest at higher strikes. Key magnetic zone at 6 where 6 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
Hertz Global Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for HTZ shows an upward trend from 4 to 9, suggesting bullish positioning in longer-dated options. The 85% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Levels distributed around 5.47. Strong magnetic level at 6 (6 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 | 9 | 3.53 (64.53%) |
| Sep 19, 2025 | 9 | 3.53 (64.53%) |
| Sep 26, 2025 | 5.5 | 0.03 (0.55%) |
| Oct 3, 2025 | 5.5 | 0.03 (0.55%) |
| Oct 10, 2025 | 5.5 | 0.03 (0.55%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 5 | -0.47 (-8.59%) |
| Oct 24, 2025 | 4 | -1.47 (-26.87%) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 6 | 0.53 (9.69%) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 4 | -1.47 (-26.87%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 4.5 | -0.97 (-17.73%) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 8 | 2.53 (46.25%) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | 5.5 | 0.03 (0.55%) |
| Dec 18, 2026 | 5 | -0.47 (-8.59%) |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 5.5 | 0.03 (0.55%) |