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

NASDAQ: QTEC · Real-Time Price · USD
217.92
-0.42 (-0.19%)
At close: Sep 12, 2025, 3:59 PM
217.92
0.00%
After-hours: Sep 12, 2025, 04:40 PM EDT

Max Pain By Strike

QTEC trades at $217.92, 6.3% above the near-term max pain of $205 expiring Sep 19, 2025 (7 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is falling across expirations ($188-$685), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. Key magnetic zone at 205 where 2 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.

Max Pain By Expiry

Max pain for QTEC shows a downward trend from 685 to 188, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 168% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 217.92 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 205 -12.92 (-5.93%)
Oct 17, 2025 205 -12.92 (-5.93%)
Jan 16, 2026 188 -29.92 (-13.73%)
Apr 17, 2026 199 -18.92 (-8.68%)
Dec 18, 2026 685 467.08 (214.34%)