(QDF) Options Max Pain Analysis | Strike Price Pressure & Sentiment - Stocknear

AMEX: QDF · Real-Time Price · USD
78.52
-0.26 (-0.33%)
At close: Sep 12, 2025, 3:59 PM
78.52
0.00%
After-hours: Sep 12, 2025, 05:29 PM EDT

Max Pain By Strike

QDF trades at $78.52, 12.2% above the near-term max pain of $70 expiring Sep 19, 2025 (6 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is rising across expirations ($5-$95), 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.

Max Pain By Expiry

Max pain for QDF shows an upward trend from 5 to 95, suggesting bullish positioning in longer-dated options. The 147% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 78.52 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
Sep 19, 2025 70 -8.52 (-10.85%)
Oct 17, 2025 58 -20.52 (-26.13%)
Nov 21, 2025 70 -8.52 (-10.85%)
Jan 16, 2026 5 -73.52 (-93.63%)
Feb 20, 2026 70 -8.52 (-10.85%)
Dec 18, 2026 95 16.48 (20.99%)