PulteGroup Inc. (PHM)
Pulte Max Pain By Strike
PHM trades at $137.63, 5.9% above the near-term max pain of $130 expiring Sep 5, 2025 (0 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is stable across expirations ($95-$132), indicating stable market expectations. Key magnetic zone at 110 where 3 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
Pulte Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for PHM shows stable levels around 119.73, reflecting balanced market expectations. The 31% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 137.63 may cap rallies. Strong magnetic level at 110 (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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 5, 2025 | 130 | -7.63 (-5.54%) |
| Sep 12, 2025 | 129 | -8.63 (-6.27%) |
| Sep 19, 2025 | 120 | -17.63 (-12.81%) |
| Sep 26, 2025 | 128 | -9.63 (-6.99%) |
| Oct 3, 2025 | 132 | -5.63 (-4.09%) |
| Oct 10, 2025 | 122 | -15.63 (-11.35%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 125 | -12.63 (-9.17%) |
| Oct 24, 2025 | 120 | -17.63 (-12.81%) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 95 | -42.63 (-30.97%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 110 | -27.63 (-20.07%) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 110 | -27.63 (-20.07%) |
| Apr 17, 2026 | 130 | -7.63 (-5.54%) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | 110 | -27.63 (-20.07%) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | 115 | -22.63 (-16.44%) |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 120 | -17.63 (-12.81%) |