CBOE: NUSC · Real-Time Price · USD
42.02
-0.12 (-0.28%)
At close: Aug 15, 2025, 2:59 PM

Max Pain By Strike

NUSC trades at $42.02, 16.7% above the near-term max pain of $36 expiring Sep 19, 2025 (33 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is stable across expirations ($30-$37), indicating stable market expectations. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.

Max Pain By Expiry

Max pain for NUSC shows stable levels around 34.50, reflecting balanced market expectations. The 20% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 42.02 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 36 -6.02 (-14.33%)
Oct 17, 2025 37 -5.02 (-11.95%)
Nov 21, 2025 30 -12.02 (-28.61%)
Feb 20, 2026 35 -7.02 (-16.71%)