(USL)
Max Pain By Strike
USL trades at $35.21, 76.1% above the near-term max pain of $20 expiring Sep 19, 2025 (32 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is falling across expirations ($20-$31), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. Key magnetic zone at 20 where 2 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for USL shows a downward trend from 31 to 20, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 46% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 35.21 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 |
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Sep 19, 2025 | 20 | -15.21 (-43.20%) |
Oct 17, 2025 | 20 | -15.21 (-43.20%) |
Jan 16, 2026 | 31 | -4.21 (-11.96%) |
Apr 17, 2026 | 25 | -10.21 (-29.00%) |