(RSP)
Max Pain By Strike
RSP trades at $185.79, pinned near the near-term max pain of $184 expiring Aug 22, 2025 (4 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is stable across expirations ($180-$187), indicating stable market expectations. Key magnetic zone at 180 where 3 expirations converge.
Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for RSP shows stable levels around 182.83, reflecting balanced market expectations. The 4% spread suggests strong consensus on fair value. Most levels below 185.79 may cap rallies. Strong magnetic level at 180 (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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 22, 2025 | 184 | -1.79 (-0.96%) |
| Aug 29, 2025 | 182 | -3.79 (-2.04%) |
| Sep 5, 2025 | 184 | -1.79 (-0.96%) |
| Sep 12, 2025 | 185 | -0.79 (-0.43%) |
| Sep 19, 2025 | 182 | -3.79 (-2.04%) |
| Sep 26, 2025 | 185 | -0.79 (-0.43%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 184 | -1.79 (-0.96%) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 180 | -5.79 (-3.12%) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 181 | -4.79 (-2.58%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 180 | -5.79 (-3.12%) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 187 | 1.21 (0.65%) |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 180 | -5.79 (-3.12%) |