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

Kenvue Inc.

NYSE: KVUE · Real-Time Price · USD
16.40
0.23 (1.42%)
At close: Sep 26, 2025, 3:59 PM
16.40
0.00%
After-hours: Sep 26, 2025, 07:57 PM EDT

Kenvue Max Pain By Strike

KVUE trades at $16.4, 8.9% below the near-term max pain of $18 expiring Oct 3, 2025 (5 days). Look for upward drift as max pain acts as a magnet pulling price higher. Max pain is rising across expirations ($10-$22), reflecting growing call interest at higher strikes. Key magnetic zone at 18 where 6 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.

Kenvue Max Pain By Expiry

Max pain for KVUE shows an upward trend from 10 to 22, suggesting bullish positioning in longer-dated options. The 70% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels above 16.4 could support dips. Strong magnetic level at 18 (6 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 3, 2025 18 n/a (n/a)
Oct 10, 2025 18 n/a (n/a)
Oct 17, 2025 18 n/a (n/a)
Oct 24, 2025 17 n/a (n/a)
Oct 31, 2025 17 n/a (n/a)
Nov 7, 2025 16.5 n/a (n/a)
Nov 21, 2025 19 n/a (n/a)
Dec 19, 2025 18 n/a (n/a)
Jan 16, 2026 22 n/a (n/a)
Feb 20, 2026 20 n/a (n/a)
Mar 20, 2026 19 n/a (n/a)
May 15, 2026 16 n/a (n/a)
Jun 18, 2026 18 n/a (n/a)
Sep 18, 2026 18 n/a (n/a)
Jan 15, 2027 13 n/a (n/a)
Dec 17, 2027 13 n/a (n/a)
Jan 21, 2028 10 n/a (n/a)