United States Steel Corpo... (X)
United States Steel Max Pain By Strike
X trades at $54.84, 265.6% above the near-term max pain of $15 expiring Aug 15, 2025 (0 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 149% 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 15, 2025 | 15 | -39.84 (-72.65%) |
| Sep 19, 2025 | 50 | -4.84 (-8.83%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 20 | -34.84 (-63.53%) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 15 | -39.84 (-72.65%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 15 | -39.84 (-72.65%) |
| Feb 20, 2026 | 20 | -34.84 (-63.53%) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 25 | -29.84 (-54.41%) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | 25 | -29.84 (-54.41%) |
| Nov 20, 2026 | 20 | -34.84 (-63.53%) |
| Dec 18, 2026 | 20 | -34.84 (-63.53%) |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 20 | -34.84 (-63.53%) |
| Jun 17, 2027 | 25 | -29.84 (-54.41%) |
| Dec 17, 2027 | 35 | -19.84 (-36.18%) |