Block Inc. (XYZ)
Block Max Pain By Strike
XYZ trades at $74.96, 2.6% below the near-term max pain of $77 expiring Sep 12, 2025 (6 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is stable across expirations ($60-$85), indicating stable market expectations. Key magnetic zone at 70 where 5 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
Block Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for XYZ shows stable levels around 71.25, reflecting balanced market expectations. The 35% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 74.96 may cap rallies. Strong magnetic level at 70 (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 12, 2025 | 77 | 2.04 (2.72%) |
| Sep 19, 2025 | 70 | -4.96 (-6.62%) |
| Sep 26, 2025 | 74 | -0.96 (-1.28%) |
| Oct 3, 2025 | 74 | -0.96 (-1.28%) |
| Oct 10, 2025 | 73 | -1.96 (-2.61%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 70 | -4.96 (-6.62%) |
| Oct 24, 2025 | 72 | -2.96 (-3.95%) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 75 | 0.04 (0.05%) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 75 | 0.04 (0.05%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 70 | -4.96 (-6.62%) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 60 | -14.96 (-19.96%) |
| May 15, 2026 | 85 | 10.04 (13.39%) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | 70 | -4.96 (-6.62%) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | 65 | -9.96 (-13.29%) |
| Dec 18, 2026 | 70 | -4.96 (-6.62%) |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 60 | -14.96 (-19.96%) |