Telephone and Data Systems Inc. (TDS) Options Max Pain Analysis | Strike Price Pressure & Sentiment - Stocknear

Telephone and Data System...

NYSE: TDS · Real-Time Price · USD
39.53
0.27 (0.70%)
At close: Oct 03, 2025, 3:59 PM
39.53
0.00%
After-hours: Oct 03, 2025, 06:17 PM EDT

Telephone and Data Systems Max Pain By Strike

TDS trades at $39.53, 12.9% above the near-term max pain of $35 expiring Oct 17, 2025 (11 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is rising across expirations ($17.5-$40), reflecting growing call interest at higher strikes. Key magnetic zone at 20 where 4 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.

Telephone and Data Systems Max Pain By Expiry

Max pain for TDS shows an upward trend from 17.5 to 40, suggesting bullish positioning in longer-dated options. The 87% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 39.53 may cap rallies. Strong magnetic level at 20 (4 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 35 n/a (n/a)
Nov 21, 2025 25 n/a (n/a)
Dec 19, 2025 40 n/a (n/a)
Jan 16, 2026 20 n/a (n/a)
Feb 20, 2026 35 n/a (n/a)
May 15, 2026 20 n/a (n/a)
Dec 18, 2026 17.5 n/a (n/a)
Jan 15, 2027 20 n/a (n/a)
Jan 21, 2028 20 n/a (n/a)