(RWJ)
Max Pain By Strike
RWJ trades at $45.94, 14.8% above the near-term max pain of $40 expiring Sep 19, 2025 (32 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is falling across expirations ($39-$950), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for RWJ shows a downward trend from 950 to 39, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 409% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 45.94 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 |
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Sep 19, 2025 | 40 | -5.94 (-12.93%) |
Oct 17, 2025 | 39 | -6.94 (-15.11%) |
Jan 16, 2026 | 42 | -3.94 (-8.58%) |
Apr 17, 2026 | 43 | -2.94 (-6.40%) |
Dec 18, 2026 | 950 | 904.06 (1967.91%) |