(SOCL)
Max Pain By Strike
SOCL trades at $58.05, 11.6% above the near-term max pain of $52 expiring Sep 19, 2025 (25 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is falling across expirations ($30-$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 SOCL shows a downward trend from 95 to 30, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 127% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 58.05 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 | 52 | -6.05 (-10.41%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 47 | -11.05 (-19.03%) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 31 | -27.05 (-46.59%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 95 | 36.95 (63.67%) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 30 | -28.05 (-48.32%) |