Natera Inc. (NTRA) Options Max Pain Analysis | Strike Price Pressure & Sentiment - Stocknear

Natera Inc.

NASDAQ: NTRA · Real-Time Price · USD
168.51
-5.30 (-3.05%)
At close: Sep 12, 2025, 3:59 PM
168.50
-0.01%
After-hours: Sep 12, 2025, 07:52 PM EDT

Natera Max Pain By Strike

NTRA trades at $168.51, 16.2% above the near-term max pain of $145 expiring Sep 19, 2025 (6 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is falling across expirations ($140-$160), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. Key magnetic zone at 150 where 2 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.

Natera Max Pain By Expiry

Max pain for NTRA shows a downward trend from 160 to 140, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 13% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 168.51 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 145 -23.51 (-13.95%)
Oct 17, 2025 140 -28.51 (-16.92%)
Nov 21, 2025 160 -8.51 (-5.05%)
Dec 19, 2025 150 -18.51 (-10.98%)
Jan 16, 2026 150 -18.51 (-10.98%)
Apr 17, 2026 160 -8.51 (-5.05%)