Lam Research Corporation (LRCX)
Lam Research Max Pain By Strike
LRCX trades at $102.95, 5.1% above the near-term max pain of $98 expiring Sep 12, 2025 (6 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is falling across expirations ($78-$101), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. Key magnetic zone at 95 where 4 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
Lam Research Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for LRCX shows a downward trend from 101 to 78, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 25% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 102.95 may cap rallies. Strong magnetic level at 95 (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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 12, 2025 | 98 | -4.95 (-4.81%) |
| Sep 19, 2025 | 85 | -17.95 (-17.44%) |
| Sep 26, 2025 | 101 | -1.95 (-1.89%) |
| Oct 3, 2025 | 99 | -3.95 (-3.84%) |
| Oct 10, 2025 | 100 | -2.95 (-2.87%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 100 | -2.95 (-2.87%) |
| Oct 24, 2025 | 100 | -2.95 (-2.87%) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 95 | -7.95 (-7.72%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 86 | -16.95 (-16.46%) |
| Feb 20, 2026 | 95 | -7.95 (-7.72%) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 90 | -12.95 (-12.58%) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | 95 | -7.95 (-7.72%) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | 95 | -7.95 (-7.72%) |
| Dec 18, 2026 | 82 | -20.95 (-20.35%) |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 78 | -24.95 (-24.24%) |