Altria Group Inc. (MO)
Altria Max Pain By Strike
MO trades at $66.55, pinned near the near-term max pain of $66 expiring Sep 12, 2025 (6 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is falling across expirations ($35-$66), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. Key magnetic zone at 65 where 5 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
Altria Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for MO shows a downward trend from 66 to 35, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 52% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 66.55 may cap rallies. Strong magnetic level at 65 (5 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 | 66 | -0.55 (-0.83%) |
| Sep 19, 2025 | 57.5 | -9.05 (-13.60%) |
| Sep 26, 2025 | 65 | -1.55 (-2.33%) |
| Oct 3, 2025 | 66 | -0.55 (-0.83%) |
| Oct 10, 2025 | 63 | -3.55 (-5.33%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 65 | -1.55 (-2.33%) |
| Oct 24, 2025 | 35 | -31.55 (-47.41%) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 65 | -1.55 (-2.33%) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 65 | -1.55 (-2.33%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 52.5 | -14.05 (-21.11%) |
| Feb 20, 2026 | 65 | -1.55 (-2.33%) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 55 | -11.55 (-17.36%) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | 60 | -6.55 (-9.84%) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | 57.5 | -9.05 (-13.60%) |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 52.5 | -14.05 (-21.11%) |