Lincoln Electric Inc. (LECO)
Lincoln Electric Max Pain By Strike
LECO trades at $237.08, 97.6% above the near-term max pain of $120 expiring Sep 19, 2025 (34 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is falling across expirations ($120-$250), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
Lincoln Electric Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for LECO shows a downward trend from 250 to 120, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 77% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 237.08 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 19, 2025 | 120 | -117.08 (-49.38%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 150 | -87.08 (-36.73%) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 165 | -72.08 (-30.40%) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 155 | -82.08 (-34.62%) |
| May 15, 2026 | 250 | 12.92 (5.45%) |