MDU Resources Group Inc. (MDU)
MDU Resources Max Pain By Strike
MDU trades at $16.5, 560.0% above the near-term max pain of $2.5 expiring Aug 15, 2025 (0 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is falling across expirations ($2.5-$17.5), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. Key magnetic zone at 5 where 2 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
MDU Resources Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for MDU shows a downward trend from 17.5 to 2.5, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 167% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 16.5 may cap rallies. 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 | 2.5 | -14.00 (-84.85%) |
| Sep 19, 2025 | 5 | -11.50 (-69.71%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 17.5 | 1.00 (6.03%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 15 | -1.50 (-9.12%) |
| Apr 17, 2026 | 5 | -11.50 (-69.71%) |