Koppers Inc. (KOP)
Koppers Max Pain By Strike
KOP trades at $28.94, 3.5% below the near-term max pain of $30 expiring Sep 19, 2025 (7 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is falling across expirations ($25-$99), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. Key magnetic zone at 25 where 2 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
Koppers Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for KOP shows a downward trend from 99 to 25, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 177% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Levels distributed around 28.94. 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 19, 2025 | 30 | 1.06 (3.66%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 30 | 1.06 (3.66%) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 25 | -3.94 (-13.61%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 99 | 70.06 (242.09%) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 25 | -3.94 (-13.61%) |