LSB Industries Inc. (LXU)
LSB Industries Max Pain By Strike
LXU trades at $7.7, 2.7% above the near-term max pain of $7.5 expiring Aug 15, 2025 (0 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is falling across expirations ($2.5-$980), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. Key magnetic zone at 8 where 4 expirations converge.
LSB Industries Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for LXU shows a downward trend from 980 to 2.5, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 616% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 7.7 may cap rallies. Strong magnetic level at 8 (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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 15, 2025 | 7.5 | -0.20 (-2.60%) |
| Sep 19, 2025 | 7.5 | -0.20 (-2.60%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 2.5 | -5.20 (-67.53%) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 7.5 | -0.20 (-2.60%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 97.5 | 89.80 (1166.23%) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 7.5 | -0.20 (-2.60%) |
| Dec 18, 2026 | 980 | 972.30 (12627.27%) |