(VXX)
Max Pain By Strike
VXX trades at $39.02, 2.4% below the near-term max pain of $40 expiring Aug 22, 2025 (5 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is stable across expirations ($38-$50), indicating stable market expectations. Key magnetic zone at 38 where 2 expirations converge.
Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for VXX shows stable levels around 42.08, reflecting balanced market expectations. The 29% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels above 39.02 could support dips. 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 22, 2025 | 40 | 0.98 (2.52%) |
| Aug 29, 2025 | 42 | 2.98 (7.65%) |
| Sep 5, 2025 | 41 | 1.98 (5.09%) |
| Sep 12, 2025 | 40.5 | 1.48 (3.81%) |
| Sep 19, 2025 | 42 | 2.98 (7.65%) |
| Sep 26, 2025 | 38.5 | -0.52 (-1.32%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 38 | -1.02 (-2.60%) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 38 | -1.02 (-2.60%) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 45 | 5.98 (15.34%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 50 | 10.98 (28.16%) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 40 | 0.98 (2.52%) |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 50 | 10.98 (28.16%) |