Walker & Dunlop Inc. (WD) Options Max Pain Analysis | Strike Price Pressure & Sentiment - Stocknear

Walker & Dunlop Inc.

NYSE: WD · Real-Time Price · USD
85.27
-0.99 (-1.15%)
At close: Sep 09, 2025, 3:59 PM
85.60
0.39%
Pre-market: Sep 10, 2025, 07:40 AM EDT

Walker & Dunlop Max Pain By Strike

WD trades at $85.27, 6.6% above the near-term max pain of $80 expiring Sep 19, 2025 (9 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is rising across expirations ($7.5-$80), reflecting growing call interest at higher strikes. Key magnetic zone at 80 where 3 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.

Walker & Dunlop Max Pain By Expiry

Max pain for WD shows an upward trend from 7.5 to 80, suggesting bullish positioning in longer-dated options. The 116% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 85.27 may cap rallies. Strong magnetic level at 80 (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
Sep 19, 2025 80 -5.27 (-6.18%)
Oct 17, 2025 80 -5.27 (-6.18%)
Nov 21, 2025 65 -20.27 (-23.77%)
Jan 16, 2026 7.5 -77.77 (-91.20%)
Feb 20, 2026 80 -5.27 (-6.18%)