(LQD)
Max Pain By Strike
LQD trades at $109.76, pinned near the near-term max pain of $109 expiring Aug 22, 2025 (2 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is stable across expirations ($60-$110), indicating stable market expectations. Key magnetic zone at 109 where 8 expirations converge.
Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for LQD shows stable levels around 105.50, reflecting balanced market expectations. The 47% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 109.76 may cap rallies. Strong magnetic level at 109 (8 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 22, 2025 | 109 | -0.76 (-0.69%) |
| Aug 29, 2025 | 109.5 | -0.26 (-0.24%) |
| Sep 5, 2025 | 109 | -0.76 (-0.69%) |
| Sep 12, 2025 | 109 | -0.76 (-0.69%) |
| Sep 19, 2025 | 109 | -0.76 (-0.69%) |
| Sep 26, 2025 | 110 | 0.24 (0.22%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 110 | 0.24 (0.22%) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 109 | -0.76 (-0.69%) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 109 | -0.76 (-0.69%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 109 | -0.76 (-0.69%) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 108 | -1.76 (-1.60%) |
| Apr 17, 2026 | 106 | -3.76 (-3.43%) |
| May 15, 2026 | 108 | -1.76 (-1.60%) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | 105 | -4.76 (-4.34%) |
| Jul 17, 2026 | 109 | -0.76 (-0.69%) |
| Aug 21, 2026 | 60 | -49.76 (-45.34%) |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 105 | -4.76 (-4.34%) |