Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage Inc. (NGVC) Options Max Pain Analysis | Strike Price Pressure & Sentiment - Stocknear

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NYSE: NGVC · Real-Time Price · USD
38.80
-0.45 (-1.15%)
At close: Sep 05, 2025, 3:59 PM
38.81
0.03%
After-hours: Sep 05, 2025, 06:09 PM EDT

Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage Max Pain By Strike

NGVC trades at $38.8, 29.3% above the near-term max pain of $30 expiring Sep 19, 2025 (12 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is rising across expirations ($30-$40), reflecting growing call interest at higher strikes. Key magnetic zone at 30 where 2 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.

Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage Max Pain By Expiry

Max pain for NGVC shows an upward trend from 30 to 40, suggesting bullish positioning in longer-dated options. The 30% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 38.8 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
Sep 19, 2025 30 -8.80 (-22.68%)
Oct 17, 2025 35 -3.80 (-9.79%)
Dec 19, 2025 40 1.20 (3.09%)
Mar 20, 2026 30 -8.80 (-22.68%)