Lamb Weston Inc. (LW)
Lamb Weston Max Pain By Strike
LW trades at $54.38, pinned near the near-term max pain of $55 expiring Aug 15, 2025 (0 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is rising across expirations ($30-$57.5), reflecting growing call interest at higher strikes. Key magnetic zone at 55 where 3 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
Lamb Weston Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for LW shows an upward trend from 30 to 57.5, suggesting bullish positioning in longer-dated options. The 54% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Levels distributed around 54.38. Strong magnetic level at 55 (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 | 55 | 0.62 (1.14%) |
| Sep 19, 2025 | 55 | 0.62 (1.14%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 57.5 | 3.12 (5.74%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 57.5 | 3.12 (5.74%) |
| Apr 17, 2026 | 30 | -24.38 (-44.83%) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | 55 | 0.62 (1.14%) |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 50 | -4.38 (-8.05%) |
| Dec 17, 2027 | 50 | -4.38 (-8.05%) |