Vertex Pharmaceuticals (VRTX)
Vertex Pharmaceuticals Max Pain By Strike
VRTX trades at $394.4, pinned near the near-term max pain of $390 expiring Aug 15, 2025 (0 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is stable across expirations ($240-$460), indicating stable market expectations. Key magnetic zone at 390 where 3 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
Vertex Pharmaceuticals Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for VRTX shows stable levels around 382.97, reflecting balanced market expectations. The 57% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Levels distributed around 394.4. Strong magnetic level at 390 (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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 15, 2025 | 390 | -4.40 (-1.12%) |
| Aug 22, 2025 | 385 | -9.40 (-2.38%) |
| Aug 29, 2025 | 382.5 | -11.90 (-3.02%) |
| Sep 5, 2025 | 380 | -14.40 (-3.65%) |
| Sep 12, 2025 | 390 | -4.40 (-1.12%) |
| Sep 19, 2025 | 390 | -4.40 (-1.12%) |
| Sep 26, 2025 | 370 | -24.40 (-6.19%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 420 | 25.60 (6.49%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 440 | 45.60 (11.56%) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 420 | 25.60 (6.49%) |
| Apr 17, 2026 | 240 | -154.40 (-39.15%) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | 450 | 55.60 (14.10%) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | 260 | -134.40 (-34.08%) |
| Dec 18, 2026 | 350 | -44.40 (-11.26%) |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 460 | 65.60 (16.63%) |
| Jun 17, 2027 | 400 | 5.60 (1.42%) |