Ingles Markets (IMKTA) Options Max Pain Analysis | Strike Price Pressure & Sentiment - Stocknear

Ingles Markets

NASDAQ: IMKTA · Real-Time Price · USD
68.71
1.55 (2.31%)
At close: Sep 26, 2025, 3:59 PM
68.71
0.00%
After-hours: Sep 26, 2025, 04:10 PM EDT

Ingles Markets Max Pain By Strike

IMKTA trades at $68.71, 5.7% above the near-term max pain of $65 expiring Oct 17, 2025 (19 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is rising across expirations ($35-$65), reflecting growing call interest at higher strikes. Key magnetic zone at 65 where 2 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.

Ingles Markets Max Pain By Expiry

Max pain for IMKTA shows an upward trend from 35 to 65, suggesting bullish positioning in longer-dated options. The 56% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 68.71 may cap rallies. 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
Oct 17, 2025 65 n/a (n/a)
Nov 21, 2025 60 n/a (n/a)
Jan 16, 2026 45 n/a (n/a)
Feb 20, 2026 65 n/a (n/a)
May 15, 2026 35 n/a (n/a)