Packaging Corporation of America (PKG) Options Max Pain Analysis | Strike Price Pressure & Sentiment - Stocknear

Packaging Corporation of ...

NYSE: PKG · Real-Time Price · USD
220.31
3.59 (1.66%)
At close: Sep 05, 2025, 3:59 PM
220.36
0.02%
After-hours: Sep 05, 2025, 04:29 PM EDT

Packaging of America Max Pain By Strike

PKG trades at $220.31, 10.2% above the near-term max pain of $200 expiring Sep 19, 2025 (13 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is rising across expirations ($150-$220), reflecting growing call interest at higher strikes.

Packaging of America Max Pain By Expiry

Max pain for PKG shows an upward trend from 150 to 220, suggesting bullish positioning in longer-dated options. The 36% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 220.31 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 200 -20.31 (-9.22%)
Oct 17, 2025 210 -10.31 (-4.68%)
Jan 16, 2026 220 -0.31 (-0.14%)
Apr 17, 2026 150 -70.31 (-31.91%)