(VTC)
Max Pain By Strike
VTC trades at $77.37, pinned near the near-term max pain of $77 expiring Sep 19, 2025 (33 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is falling across expirations ($71-$660), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. Key magnetic zone at 71 where 2 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for VTC shows a downward trend from 660 to 71, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 337% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Levels distributed around 77.37. 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 19, 2025 | 77 | -0.37 (-0.48%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 72 | -5.37 (-6.94%) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 71 | -6.37 (-8.23%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 97.5 | 20.13 (26.02%) |
| Feb 20, 2026 | 71 | -6.37 (-8.23%) |
| Dec 18, 2026 | 660 | 582.63 (753.04%) |