(SMIN)
Max Pain By Strike
SMIN trades at $74.02, 2.8% above the near-term max pain of $72 expiring Sep 19, 2025 (8 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is falling across expirations ($68-$990), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. Key magnetic zone at 70 where 2 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for SMIN shows a downward trend from 990 to 68, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 412% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 74.02 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 | 72 | -2.02 (-2.73%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 73 | -1.02 (-1.38%) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 68 | -6.02 (-8.13%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 990 | 915.98 (1237.48%) |
| Feb 20, 2026 | 70 | -4.02 (-5.43%) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | 70 | -4.02 (-5.43%) |