(HYD)
Max Pain By Strike
HYD trades at $49.22, 5.3% below the near-term max pain of $52 expiring Sep 19, 2025 (34 days). Look for upward drift as max pain acts as a magnet pulling price higher. Max pain is rising across expirations ($44-$53), reflecting growing call interest at higher strikes. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for HYD shows an upward trend from 44 to 53, suggesting bullish positioning in longer-dated options. The 19% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Levels distributed around 49.22. 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 | 52 | 2.78 (5.65%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 44 | -5.22 (-10.61%) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 53 | 3.78 (7.68%) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 45 | -4.22 (-8.57%) |