OPENLANE Inc. (KAR) Options Max Pain Analysis | Strike Price Pressure & Sentiment - Stocknear

OPENLANE Inc.

NYSE: KAR · Real-Time Price · USD
28.34
-0.29 (-1.01%)
At close: Oct 03, 2025, 3:59 PM
28.84
1.76%
After-hours: Oct 03, 2025, 05:57 PM EDT

OPENLANE Max Pain By Strike

KAR trades at $28.34, 26.0% above the near-term max pain of $22.5 expiring Oct 17, 2025 (12 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is rising across expirations ($15-$30), reflecting growing call interest at higher strikes. Key magnetic zone at 23 where 2 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.

OPENLANE Max Pain By Expiry

Max pain for KAR shows an upward trend from 15 to 30, suggesting bullish positioning in longer-dated options. The 67% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 28.34 may cap rallies. 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 22.5 n/a (n/a)
Nov 21, 2025 30 n/a (n/a)
Jan 16, 2026 22.5 n/a (n/a)
Apr 17, 2026 15 n/a (n/a)