Kroger Co. (KR)
Kroger Max Pain By Strike
KR trades at $69.23, 2.5% below the near-term max pain of $71 expiring Aug 15, 2025 (0 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is rising across expirations ($50-$73), reflecting growing call interest at higher strikes. Key magnetic zone at 70 where 4 expirations converge.
Kroger Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for KR shows an upward trend from 50 to 73, suggesting bullish positioning in longer-dated options. The 34% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Levels distributed around 69.23. Strong magnetic level at 70 (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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 15, 2025 | 71 | 1.77 (2.56%) |
| Aug 22, 2025 | 73 | 3.77 (5.45%) |
| Aug 29, 2025 | 72 | 2.77 (4.00%) |
| Sep 5, 2025 | 70 | 0.77 (1.11%) |
| Sep 12, 2025 | 72 | 2.77 (4.00%) |
| Sep 19, 2025 | 62.5 | -6.73 (-9.72%) |
| Sep 26, 2025 | 70 | 0.77 (1.11%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 70 | 0.77 (1.11%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 60 | -9.23 (-13.33%) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 72.5 | 3.27 (4.72%) |
| Apr 17, 2026 | 50 | -19.23 (-27.78%) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | 70 | 0.77 (1.11%) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | 72.5 | 3.27 (4.72%) |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 57.5 | -11.73 (-16.94%) |
| Jun 17, 2027 | 60 | -9.23 (-13.33%) |