Pure Storage Inc. (PSTG) Options Max Pain Analysis | Strike Price Pressure & Sentiment - Stocknear

Pure Storage Inc.

NYSE: PSTG · Real-Time Price · USD
86.86
-1.39 (-1.58%)
At close: Oct 03, 2025, 3:59 PM
87.00
0.16%
After-hours: Oct 03, 2025, 07:55 PM EDT

Pure Storage Max Pain By Strike

PSTG trades at $86.86, 8.6% above the near-term max pain of $80 expiring Oct 17, 2025 (13 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is rising across expirations ($50-$90), reflecting growing call interest at higher strikes. Key magnetic zone at 70 where 3 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.

Pure Storage Max Pain By Expiry

Max pain for PSTG shows an upward trend from 50 to 90, suggesting bullish positioning in longer-dated options. The 55% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 86.86 may cap rallies. Strong magnetic level at 70 (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
Oct 17, 2025 80 n/a (n/a)
Nov 21, 2025 70 n/a (n/a)
Dec 19, 2025 90 n/a (n/a)
Jan 16, 2026 70 n/a (n/a)
Feb 20, 2026 75 n/a (n/a)
Mar 20, 2026 70 n/a (n/a)
May 15, 2026 90 n/a (n/a)
Jun 18, 2026 80 n/a (n/a)
Jan 15, 2027 50 n/a (n/a)
Jan 21, 2028 50 n/a (n/a)