(SOXX)
Max Pain By Strike
SOXX trades at $248.72, 3.6% above the near-term max pain of $240 expiring Sep 12, 2025 (4 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is stable across expirations ($160-$252.5), indicating stable market expectations. Key magnetic zone at 240 where 3 expirations converge.
Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for SOXX shows stable levels around 232.32, reflecting balanced market expectations. The 40% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 248.72 may cap rallies. Strong magnetic level at 240 (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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 12, 2025 | 240 | -8.72 (-3.51%) |
| Sep 19, 2025 | 235 | -13.72 (-5.52%) |
| Sep 26, 2025 | 250 | 1.28 (0.51%) |
| Oct 3, 2025 | 252.5 | 3.78 (1.52%) |
| Oct 10, 2025 | 245 | -3.72 (-1.50%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 225 | -23.72 (-9.54%) |
| Oct 24, 2025 | 160 | -88.72 (-35.67%) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 240 | -8.72 (-3.51%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 210 | -38.72 (-15.57%) |
| Feb 20, 2026 | 240 | -8.72 (-3.51%) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 245 | -3.72 (-1.50%) |
| Apr 17, 2026 | 250 | 1.28 (0.51%) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | 250 | 1.28 (0.51%) |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 210 | -38.72 (-15.57%) |