Ionis Pharmaceuticals Inc. (IONS) Options Max Pain Analysis | Strike Price Pressure & Sentiment - Stocknear

Ionis Pharmaceuticals Inc...

NASDAQ: IONS · Real-Time Price · USD
64.09
1.12 (1.78%)
At close: Sep 26, 2025, 3:59 PM
63.30
-1.23%
After-hours: Sep 26, 2025, 06:43 PM EDT

Ionis Pharmaceuticals Max Pain By Strike

IONS trades at $64.09, 42.4% above the near-term max pain of $45 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 3 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.

Ionis Pharmaceuticals Max Pain By Expiry

Max pain for IONS shows an upward trend from 35 to 65, suggesting bullish positioning in longer-dated options. The 61% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Levels distributed around 64.09. Strong magnetic level at 65 (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
Oct 17, 2025 45 n/a (n/a)
Nov 21, 2025 65 n/a (n/a)
Dec 19, 2025 65 n/a (n/a)
Jan 16, 2026 35 n/a (n/a)
Feb 20, 2026 65 n/a (n/a)
Mar 20, 2026 55 n/a (n/a)
Apr 17, 2026 50 n/a (n/a)
Jan 15, 2027 35 n/a (n/a)
Dec 17, 2027 40 n/a (n/a)
Jan 21, 2028 40 n/a (n/a)