Knife River Corporation (KNF)
Knife River Max Pain By Strike
KNF trades at $90.47, 13.1% above the near-term max pain of $80 expiring Aug 15, 2025 (0 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is rising across expirations ($8-$85), reflecting growing call interest at higher strikes. Key magnetic zone at 85 where 2 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
Knife River Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for KNF shows an upward trend from 8 to 85, suggesting bullish positioning in longer-dated options. The 115% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 90.47 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 15, 2025 | 80 | -10.47 (-11.57%) |
| Sep 19, 2025 | 75 | -15.47 (-17.10%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 85 | -5.47 (-6.05%) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 85 | -5.47 (-6.05%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 8 | -82.47 (-91.16%) |
| Feb 20, 2026 | 70 | -20.47 (-22.63%) |