Ionis Pharmaceuticals Inc... (IONS)
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 |
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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) |