Viper Energy Inc. (VNOM)
Viper Energy Max Pain By Strike
VNOM trades at $39.71, pinned near the near-term max pain of $39 expiring Oct 17, 2025 (18 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is rising across expirations ($8-$40), reflecting growing call interest at higher strikes.
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 99% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 39.71 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 17, 2025 | 39 | n/a (n/a) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 40 | n/a (n/a) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 36 | n/a (n/a) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 8 | n/a (n/a) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 38 | n/a (n/a) |