(VTI)
Max Pain By Strike
VTI trades at $324.34, 2.2% above the near-term max pain of $317.5 expiring Sep 12, 2025 (-1 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is falling across expirations ($260-$332.5), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. Key magnetic zone at 290 where 2 expirations converge.
Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for VTI shows a downward trend from 332.5 to 260, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 24% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 324.34 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 12, 2025 | 317.5 | -6.84 (-2.11%) |
| Sep 19, 2025 | 285 | -39.34 (-12.13%) |
| Sep 26, 2025 | 312.5 | -11.84 (-3.65%) |
| Oct 3, 2025 | 310 | -14.34 (-4.42%) |
| Oct 10, 2025 | 332.5 | 8.16 (2.52%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 310 | -14.34 (-4.42%) |
| Oct 24, 2025 | 322.5 | -1.84 (-0.57%) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 290 | -34.34 (-10.59%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 270 | -54.34 (-16.75%) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 290 | -34.34 (-10.59%) |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 260 | -64.34 (-19.84%) |