(IHDG) Options Max Pain Analysis | Strike Price Pressure & Sentiment - Stocknear

AMEX: IHDG · Real-Time Price · USD
45.38
-0.01 (-0.02%)
At close: Sep 10, 2025, 3:59 PM
45.34
-0.09%
After-hours: Sep 10, 2025, 04:51 PM EDT

Max Pain By Strike

IHDG trades at $45.38, 10.7% above the near-term max pain of $41 expiring Sep 19, 2025 (9 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is falling across expirations ($35-$97.5), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. Key magnetic zone at 41 where 3 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.

Max Pain By Expiry

Max pain for IHDG shows a downward trend from 97.5 to 35, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 122% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 45.38 may cap rallies. Strong magnetic level at 41 (3 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 19, 2025 41 -4.38 (-9.65%)
Oct 17, 2025 41 -4.38 (-9.65%)
Nov 21, 2025 35 -10.38 (-22.87%)
Jan 16, 2026 97.5 52.12 (114.85%)
Feb 20, 2026 41 -4.38 (-9.65%)