NRG Energy Inc. (NRG)
NRG Energy Max Pain By Strike
NRG trades at $158.01, 9.0% above the near-term max pain of $145 expiring Sep 12, 2025 (0 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is stable across expirations ($80-$160), indicating stable market expectations. Key magnetic zone at 145 where 6 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
NRG Energy Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for NRG shows stable levels around 130.67, reflecting balanced market expectations. The 61% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 158.01 may cap rallies. Strong magnetic level at 145 (6 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 | 145 | -13.01 (-8.23%) |
| Sep 19, 2025 | 145 | -13.01 (-8.23%) |
| Sep 26, 2025 | 150 | -8.01 (-5.07%) |
| Oct 3, 2025 | 145 | -13.01 (-8.23%) |
| Oct 10, 2025 | 145 | -13.01 (-8.23%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 150 | -8.01 (-5.07%) |
| Oct 24, 2025 | 150 | -8.01 (-5.07%) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 160 | 1.99 (1.26%) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 80 | -78.01 (-49.37%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 105 | -53.01 (-33.55%) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 125 | -33.01 (-20.89%) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | 145 | -13.01 (-8.23%) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | 145 | -13.01 (-8.23%) |
| Dec 18, 2026 | 85 | -73.01 (-46.21%) |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 85 | -73.01 (-46.21%) |