(VNQ)
Max Pain By Strike
VNQ trades at $90.03, pinned near the near-term max pain of $90 expiring Sep 19, 2025 (31 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is falling across expirations ($89-$100), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. Key magnetic zone at 89 where 3 expirations converge.
Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for VNQ shows a downward trend from 100 to 89, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 12% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Levels distributed around 90.03. Strong magnetic level at 89 (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 |
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Sep 19, 2025 | 90 | -0.03 (-0.03%) |
Oct 17, 2025 | 89 | -1.03 (-1.14%) |
Dec 19, 2025 | 89 | -1.03 (-1.14%) |
Jan 16, 2026 | 100 | 9.97 (11.08%) |
Mar 20, 2026 | 89 | -1.03 (-1.14%) |
Jan 15, 2027 | 93 | 2.97 (3.30%) |