United States Steel Corporation (X) Options Max Pain Analysis | Strike Price Pressure & Sentiment - Stocknear

United States Steel Corpo...

NYSE: X · Real-Time Price · USD
54.84
0.00 (0.00%)
At close: Jun 20, 2025, 9:43 AM

United States Steel Max Pain By Strike

X trades at $54.84, 9.7% above the near-term max pain of $50 expiring Sep 19, 2025 (-18 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is rising across expirations ($15-$50), reflecting growing call interest at higher strikes. Key magnetic zone at 20 where 5 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.

United States Steel Max Pain By Expiry

Max pain for X shows an upward trend from 15 to 50, suggesting bullish positioning in longer-dated options. The 145% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 54.84 may cap rallies. Strong magnetic level at 20 (5 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 50 n/a (n/a)
Oct 17, 2025 20 n/a (n/a)
Dec 19, 2025 15 n/a (n/a)
Jan 16, 2026 15 n/a (n/a)
Feb 20, 2026 20 n/a (n/a)
Mar 20, 2026 25 n/a (n/a)
Jun 18, 2026 25 n/a (n/a)
Nov 20, 2026 20 n/a (n/a)
Dec 18, 2026 20 n/a (n/a)
Jan 15, 2027 20 n/a (n/a)
Jun 17, 2027 25 n/a (n/a)
Dec 17, 2027 35 n/a (n/a)