Steel Dynamics Inc. (STLD) Options Max Pain Analysis | Strike Price Pressure & Sentiment - Stocknear

Steel Dynamics Inc.

NASDAQ: STLD · Real-Time Price · USD
139.63
3.54 (2.60%)
At close: Sep 26, 2025, 3:59 PM
138.00
-1.17%
After-hours: Sep 26, 2025, 07:36 PM EDT

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
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)