International Paper (IP)
International Paper Max Pain By Strike
IP trades at $48.67, pinned near the near-term max pain of $48 expiring Sep 12, 2025 (4 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is stable across expirations ($30-$52.5), indicating stable market expectations. Key magnetic zone at 48 where 4 expirations converge.
International Paper Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for IP shows stable levels around 46.08, reflecting balanced market expectations. The 49% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Levels distributed around 48.67. Strong magnetic level at 48 (4 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 | 48 | -0.67 (-1.38%) |
| Sep 19, 2025 | 50 | 1.33 (2.73%) |
| Sep 26, 2025 | 48 | -0.67 (-1.38%) |
| Oct 3, 2025 | 49 | 0.33 (0.68%) |
| Oct 10, 2025 | 49 | 0.33 (0.68%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 50 | 1.33 (2.73%) |
| Oct 24, 2025 | 30 | -18.67 (-38.36%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 52.5 | 3.83 (7.87%) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 45 | -3.67 (-7.54%) |
| Apr 17, 2026 | 47.5 | -1.17 (-2.40%) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | 47.5 | -1.17 (-2.40%) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | 50 | 1.33 (2.73%) |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 32.5 | -16.17 (-33.22%) |