CBOE: MSTU · Real-Time Price · USD
6.11
0.65 (11.90%)
At close: Aug 22, 2025, 3:00 PM

Max Pain By Strike

MSTU trades at $6.11, 12.7% below the near-term max pain of $7 expiring Aug 29, 2025 (5 days). Look for upward drift as max pain acts as a magnet pulling price higher. Max pain is rising across expirations ($4-$7.5), reflecting growing call interest at higher strikes. Key magnetic zone at 7 where 4 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.

Max Pain By Expiry

Max pain for MSTU shows an upward trend from 4 to 7.5, suggesting bullish positioning in longer-dated options. The 57% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Levels distributed around 6.11. Strong magnetic level at 7 (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 29, 2025 7 0.89 (14.66%)
Sep 5, 2025 6.5 0.39 (6.47%)
Sep 12, 2025 7.5 1.39 (22.85%)
Sep 19, 2025 6 -0.11 (-1.72%)
Sep 26, 2025 6.5 0.39 (6.47%)
Oct 3, 2025 4 -2.11 (-34.48%)
Oct 17, 2025 6 -0.11 (-1.72%)
Dec 19, 2025 7 0.89 (14.66%)
Mar 20, 2026 5 -1.11 (-18.10%)