(QQQE)
Max Pain By Strike
QQQE trades at $97.75, 8.6% above the near-term max pain of $90 expiring Sep 19, 2025 (8 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is rising across expirations ($90-$98), reflecting growing call interest at higher strikes.
Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for QQQE shows an upward trend from 90 to 98, suggesting bullish positioning in longer-dated options. The 9% spread suggests strong consensus on fair value. Most levels below 97.75 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 19, 2025 | 90 | -7.75 (-7.93%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 98 | 0.25 (0.26%) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 95 | -2.75 (-2.81%) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 91 | -6.75 (-6.91%) |