STAAR Surgical (STAA)
STAAR Surgical Max Pain By Strike
STAA trades at $28.39, 13.6% above the near-term max pain of $25 expiring Aug 15, 2025 (0 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is falling across expirations ($20-$27.5), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. Key magnetic zone at 25 where 2 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
STAAR Surgical Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for STAA shows a downward trend from 27.5 to 20, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 31% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 28.39 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 15, 2025 | 25 | -3.39 (-11.94%) |
| Sep 19, 2025 | 25 | -3.39 (-11.94%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 20 | -8.39 (-29.55%) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 22.5 | -5.89 (-20.75%) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 27.5 | -0.89 (-3.13%) |