Nkarta Inc. (NKTX)
Nkarta Max Pain By Strike
NKTX trades at $2.33, 16.5% above the near-term max pain of $2 expiring Aug 15, 2025 (-1 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is rising across expirations ($2-$2.5), reflecting growing call interest at higher strikes. Key magnetic zone at 2 where 3 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
Nkarta Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for NKTX shows an upward trend from 2 to 2.5, suggesting bullish positioning in longer-dated options. The 23% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Levels distributed around 2.33. Strong magnetic level at 2 (3 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 | 2 | -0.33 (-14.35%) |
| Sep 19, 2025 | 2.5 | 0.17 (7.07%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 2.5 | 0.17 (7.07%) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 2 | -0.33 (-14.35%) |
| Feb 20, 2026 | 2 | -0.33 (-14.35%) |