PPL Corporation (PPL)
PPL Max Pain By Strike
PPL trades at $36.72, 4.9% above the near-term max pain of $35 expiring Oct 17, 2025 (19 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is rising across expirations ($20-$37), reflecting growing call interest at higher strikes. Key magnetic zone at 33 where 2 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
PPL Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for PPL shows an upward trend from 20 to 37, suggesting bullish positioning in longer-dated options. The 54% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 36.72 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 |
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Oct 17, 2025 | 35 | n/a (n/a) |
Nov 21, 2025 | 37 | n/a (n/a) |
Jan 16, 2026 | 33 | n/a (n/a) |
Apr 17, 2026 | 33 | n/a (n/a) |
Jun 18, 2026 | 32 | n/a (n/a) |
Jan 15, 2027 | 30 | n/a (n/a) |
Jan 21, 2028 | 20 | n/a (n/a) |