(UVIX)
Max Pain By Strike
UVIX trades at $10.4, 13.3% below the near-term max pain of $12 expiring Sep 12, 2025 (0 days). Look for upward drift as max pain acts as a magnet pulling price higher. Max pain is falling across expirations ($11-$19), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. Key magnetic zone at 12 where 3 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for UVIX shows a downward trend from 19 to 11, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 55% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels above 10.4 could support dips. Strong magnetic level at 12 (3 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 12, 2025 | 12 | 1.60 (15.38%) |
| Sep 19, 2025 | 14 | 3.60 (34.62%) |
| Sep 26, 2025 | 12 | 1.60 (15.38%) |
| Oct 3, 2025 | 12 | 1.60 (15.38%) |
| Oct 10, 2025 | 14 | 3.60 (34.62%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 15 | 4.60 (44.23%) |
| Oct 24, 2025 | 11 | 0.60 (5.77%) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 17 | 6.60 (63.46%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 19 | 8.60 (82.69%) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 15 | 4.60 (44.23%) |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 18 | 7.60 (73.08%) |