Intel Corporation (INTC)
Intel Max Pain By Strike
INTC trades at $24.49, 4.2% above the near-term max pain of $23.5 expiring Sep 12, 2025 (4 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is falling across expirations ($20-$28), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. Key magnetic zone at 23 where 7 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
Intel Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for INTC shows a downward trend from 28 to 20, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 34% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 24.49 may cap rallies. Strong magnetic level at 23 (7 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 | 23.5 | -0.99 (-4.04%) |
| Sep 19, 2025 | 23 | -1.49 (-6.08%) |
| Sep 26, 2025 | 23 | -1.49 (-6.08%) |
| Oct 3, 2025 | 24 | -0.49 (-2.00%) |
| Oct 10, 2025 | 24 | -0.49 (-2.00%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 23 | -1.49 (-6.08%) |
| Oct 24, 2025 | 23 | -1.49 (-6.08%) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 22 | -2.49 (-10.17%) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 23 | -1.49 (-6.08%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 23 | -1.49 (-6.08%) |
| Feb 20, 2026 | 24 | -0.49 (-2.00%) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 22 | -2.49 (-10.17%) |
| Apr 17, 2026 | 25 | 0.51 (2.08%) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | 23 | -1.49 (-6.08%) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | 22 | -2.49 (-10.17%) |
| Dec 18, 2026 | 28 | 3.51 (14.33%) |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 25 | 0.51 (2.08%) |
| Dec 17, 2027 | 20 | -4.49 (-18.33%) |