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

AMEX: QEFA · Real-Time Price · USD
87.94
-0.40 (-0.45%)
At close: Sep 12, 2025, 3:57 PM
86.16
-2.02%
After-hours: Sep 12, 2025, 05:29 PM EDT

Max Pain By Strike

QEFA trades at $87.94, 14.2% above the near-term max pain of $77 expiring Sep 19, 2025 (6 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is falling across expirations ($69-$77), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. Key magnetic zone at 77 where 3 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.

Max Pain By Expiry

Max pain for QEFA shows a downward trend from 77 to 69, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 11% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 87.94 may cap rallies. Strong magnetic level at 77 (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 77 -10.94 (-12.44%)
Oct 17, 2025 69 -18.94 (-21.54%)
Nov 21, 2025 77 -10.94 (-12.44%)
Feb 20, 2026 77 -10.94 (-12.44%)