Viper Energy Inc. (VNOM)
Viper Energy Max Pain By Strike
VNOM trades at $37.72, 5.7% below the near-term max pain of $40 expiring Aug 15, 2025 (0 days). Look for upward drift as max pain acts as a magnet pulling price higher. Max pain is rising across expirations ($8-$40), reflecting growing call interest at higher strikes. Key magnetic zone at 40 where 2 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
Viper Energy Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for VNOM shows an upward trend from 8 to 40, suggesting bullish positioning in longer-dated options. The 97% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Levels distributed around 37.72. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 15, 2025 | 40 | 2.28 (6.04%) |
| Sep 19, 2025 | 38 | 0.28 (0.74%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 30 | -7.72 (-20.47%) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 39 | 1.28 (3.39%) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 35 | -2.72 (-7.21%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 8 | -29.72 (-78.79%) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 40 | 2.28 (6.04%) |