(IBB)
Max Pain By Strike
IBB trades at $138.76, 6.7% above the near-term max pain of $130 expiring Sep 19, 2025 (32 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is falling across expirations ($130-$140), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. Key magnetic zone at 130 where 5 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for IBB shows a downward trend from 140 to 130, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 8% spread suggests strong consensus on fair value. Most levels below 138.76 may cap rallies. Strong magnetic level at 130 (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 |
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Sep 19, 2025 | 130 | -8.76 (-6.31%) |
Oct 17, 2025 | 135 | -3.76 (-2.71%) |
Nov 21, 2025 | 130 | -8.76 (-6.31%) |
Dec 19, 2025 | 130 | -8.76 (-6.31%) |
Jan 16, 2026 | 140 | 1.24 (0.89%) |
Mar 20, 2026 | 137 | -1.76 (-1.27%) |
Dec 18, 2026 | 130 | -8.76 (-6.31%) |
Jan 15, 2027 | 133 | -5.76 (-4.15%) |
Dec 17, 2027 | 130 | -8.76 (-6.31%) |