(QDEF)
Max Pain By Strike
QDEF trades at $78.75, 9.4% above the near-term max pain of $72 expiring Sep 19, 2025 (10 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is falling across expirations ($59-$74), 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 QDEF shows a downward trend from 74 to 59, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 22% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 78.75 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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Sep 19, 2025 | 72 | -6.75 (-8.58%) |
Oct 17, 2025 | 59 | -19.75 (-25.08%) |
Jan 16, 2026 | 68 | -10.75 (-13.66%) |
Apr 17, 2026 | 74 | -4.75 (-6.04%) |