Principal Financial Group... (PFG)
Principal Financial Max Pain By Strike
PFG trades at $78.09, 2.4% below the near-term max pain of $80 expiring Aug 15, 2025 (0 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is rising across expirations ($40-$80), reflecting growing call interest at higher strikes. Key magnetic zone at 75 where 3 expirations converge.
Principal Financial Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for PFG shows an upward trend from 40 to 80, suggesting bullish positioning in longer-dated options. The 56% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Levels distributed around 78.09. Strong magnetic level at 75 (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 | 80 | 1.91 (2.45%) |
| Sep 19, 2025 | 80 | 1.91 (2.45%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 75 | -3.09 (-3.96%) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 75 | -3.09 (-3.96%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 75 | -3.09 (-3.96%) |
| Apr 17, 2026 | 40 | -38.09 (-48.78%) |