(PXH)
Max Pain By Strike
PXH trades at $25.46, 27.3% above the near-term max pain of $20 expiring Sep 19, 2025 (8 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is falling across expirations ($16-$25), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for PXH shows a downward trend from 25 to 16, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 44% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 25.46 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 | 20 | -5.46 (-21.45%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 21 | -4.46 (-17.52%) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 16 | -9.46 (-37.16%) |
| Feb 20, 2026 | 25 | -0.46 (-1.81%) |