QuantumScape Corporation (QS)
QuantumScape Max Pain By Strike
QS trades at $9.01, pinned near the near-term max pain of $9 expiring Aug 15, 2025 (0 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is rising across expirations ($1-$9.5), reflecting growing call interest at higher strikes. Key magnetic zone at 9 where 6 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
QuantumScape Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for QS shows an upward trend from 1 to 9.5, suggesting bullish positioning in longer-dated options. The 111% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 9.01 may cap rallies. Strong magnetic level at 9 (6 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 15, 2025 | 9 | -0.01 (-0.11%) |
| Aug 22, 2025 | 9.5 | 0.49 (5.44%) |
| Aug 29, 2025 | 9.5 | 0.49 (5.44%) |
| Sep 5, 2025 | 8.5 | -0.51 (-5.66%) |
| Sep 12, 2025 | 9 | -0.01 (-0.11%) |
| Sep 19, 2025 | 9 | -0.01 (-0.11%) |
| Sep 26, 2025 | 9 | -0.01 (-0.11%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 1 | -8.01 (-88.90%) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 9 | -0.01 (-0.11%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 5 | -4.01 (-44.51%) |
| Feb 20, 2026 | 8 | -1.01 (-11.21%) |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 5 | -4.01 (-44.51%) |