(SIMS)
Max Pain By Strike
SIMS trades at $40.53, 26.7% above the near-term max pain of $32 expiring Sep 19, 2025 (7 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is falling across expirations ($22-$95), 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 SIMS shows a downward trend from 95 to 22, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 172% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 40.53 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 | 32 | -8.53 (-21.04%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 33 | -7.53 (-18.58%) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 22 | -18.53 (-45.72%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 95 | 54.47 (134.40%) |
| Feb 20, 2026 | 30 | -10.53 (-25.98%) |