Yum China Inc. (YUMC)
Yum China Max Pain By Strike
YUMC trades at $44.39, pinned near the near-term max pain of $45 expiring Sep 19, 2025 (8 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is stable across expirations ($40-$47.5), indicating stable market expectations. Key magnetic zone at 45 where 3 expirations converge.
Yum China Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for YUMC shows stable levels around 44.17, reflecting balanced market expectations. The 17% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Levels distributed around 44.39. Strong magnetic level at 45 (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 | 45 | 0.61 (1.37%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 45 | 0.61 (1.37%) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 42.5 | -1.89 (-4.26%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 47.5 | 3.11 (7.01%) |
| Apr 17, 2026 | 45 | 0.61 (1.37%) |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 40 | -4.39 (-9.89%) |