Zhihu Inc. (ZH) Options Max Pain Analysis | Strike Price Pressure & Sentiment - Stocknear

Zhihu Inc.

NYSE: ZH · Real-Time Price · USD
5.19
0.07 (1.37%)
At close: Sep 11, 2025, 3:59 PM
5.21
0.39%
After-hours: Sep 11, 2025, 05:16 PM EDT

Zhihu Max Pain By Strike

ZH trades at $5.19, 3.8% above the near-term max pain of $5 expiring Sep 19, 2025 (8 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is falling across expirations ($5-$95), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. Key magnetic zone at 5 where 4 expirations converge.

Zhihu Max Pain By Expiry

Max pain for ZH shows a downward trend from 95 to 5, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 391% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 5.19 may cap rallies. Strong magnetic level at 5 (4 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 5 -0.19 (-3.66%)
Oct 17, 2025 5 -0.19 (-3.66%)
Dec 19, 2025 5 -0.19 (-3.66%)
Jan 16, 2026 95 89.81 (1730.44%)
Mar 20, 2026 5 -0.19 (-3.66%)