Steel Dynamics Inc. (STLD)
Steel Dynamics Max Pain By Strike
STLD trades at $139.63, 3.4% above the near-term max pain of $135 expiring Oct 17, 2025 (19 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is stable across expirations ($70-$140), indicating stable market expectations. Key magnetic zone at 130 where 6 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
Steel Dynamics Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for STLD shows stable levels around 122.50, reflecting balanced market expectations. The 57% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 139.63 may cap rallies. Strong magnetic level at 130 (6 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 |
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Oct 17, 2025 | 135 | n/a (n/a) |
Nov 21, 2025 | 130 | n/a (n/a) |
Jan 16, 2026 | 130 | n/a (n/a) |
Feb 20, 2026 | 130 | n/a (n/a) |
Mar 20, 2026 | 140 | n/a (n/a) |
May 15, 2026 | 130 | n/a (n/a) |
Jun 18, 2026 | 140 | n/a (n/a) |
Jul 17, 2026 | 125 | n/a (n/a) |
Sep 18, 2026 | 130 | n/a (n/a) |
Jan 15, 2027 | 130 | n/a (n/a) |
Jun 17, 2027 | 80 | n/a (n/a) |
Jan 21, 2028 | 70 | n/a (n/a) |