Nucor Corporation (NUE)
Nucor Max Pain By Strike
NUE trades at $138.11, 2.3% above the near-term max pain of $135 expiring Oct 3, 2025 (5 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is rising across expirations ($75-$150), reflecting growing call interest at higher strikes. Key magnetic zone at 135 where 5 expirations converge.
Nucor Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for NUE shows an upward trend from 75 to 150, suggesting bullish positioning in longer-dated options. The 57% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Levels distributed around 138.11. Strong magnetic level at 135 (5 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 3, 2025 | 135 | n/a (n/a) |
| Oct 10, 2025 | 135 | n/a (n/a) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 135 | n/a (n/a) |
| Oct 24, 2025 | 137 | n/a (n/a) |
| Oct 31, 2025 | 136 | n/a (n/a) |
| Nov 7, 2025 | 75 | n/a (n/a) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 140 | n/a (n/a) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 135 | n/a (n/a) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 140 | n/a (n/a) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 140 | n/a (n/a) |
| Apr 17, 2026 | 140 | n/a (n/a) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | 120 | n/a (n/a) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | 135 | n/a (n/a) |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 120 | n/a (n/a) |
| Jun 17, 2027 | 145 | n/a (n/a) |
| Jan 21, 2028 | 150 | n/a (n/a) |