LKQ Corporation (LKQ)
LKQ Max Pain By Strike
LKQ trades at $30.95, 11.6% below the near-term max pain of $35 expiring Aug 15, 2025 (-1 days). Look for upward drift as max pain acts as a magnet pulling price higher. Max pain is falling across expirations ($7-$85), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. Key magnetic zone at 30 where 3 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
LKQ Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for LKQ shows a downward trend from 85 to 7, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 219% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Levels distributed around 30.95. Strong magnetic level at 30 (3 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 | 35 | 4.05 (13.07%) |
| Sep 19, 2025 | 30 | -0.95 (-3.09%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 30 | -0.95 (-3.09%) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 32.5 | 1.55 (4.99%) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 7 | -23.95 (-77.39%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 85 | 54.05 (174.59%) |
| Feb 20, 2026 | 30 | -0.95 (-3.09%) |