(UUP)
Max Pain By Strike
UUP trades at $27.38, pinned near the near-term max pain of $27 expiring Sep 19, 2025 (7 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is falling across expirations ($27-$30), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. Key magnetic zone at 27 where 5 expirations converge.
Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for UUP shows a downward trend from 30 to 27, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 11% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 27.38 may cap rallies. Strong magnetic level at 27 (5 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 19, 2025 | 27 | -0.38 (-1.39%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 27 | -0.38 (-1.39%) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 27 | -0.38 (-1.39%) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 30 | 2.62 (9.57%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 28 | 0.62 (2.26%) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 27 | -0.38 (-1.39%) |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 27 | -0.38 (-1.39%) |