Jack in Box Inc. (JACK) Options Max Pain Analysis | Strike Price Pressure & Sentiment - Stocknear

Jack in Box Inc.

NASDAQ: JACK · Real-Time Price · USD
20.23
0.84 (4.33%)
At close: Sep 26, 2025, 3:59 PM
20.29
0.30%
After-hours: Sep 26, 2025, 07:31 PM EDT

Jack in Box Max Pain By Strike

JACK trades at $20.23, pinned near the near-term max pain of $20 expiring Oct 17, 2025 (19 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is falling across expirations ($12.5-$22.5), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. Key magnetic zone at 20 where 3 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.

Jack in Box Max Pain By Expiry

Max pain for JACK shows a downward trend from 22.5 to 12.5, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 52% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 20.23 may cap rallies. Strong magnetic level at 20 (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 20 n/a (n/a)
Nov 21, 2025 17.5 n/a (n/a)
Dec 19, 2025 22.5 n/a (n/a)
Mar 20, 2026 20 n/a (n/a)
Jan 15, 2027 22.5 n/a (n/a)
Dec 17, 2027 20 n/a (n/a)
Jan 21, 2028 12.5 n/a (n/a)