Zhihu Inc. (ZH)
Zhihu Max Pain By Strike
ZH trades at $4.96, pinned near the near-term max pain of $5 expiring Oct 17, 2025 (11 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 above 4.96 could support dips. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 17, 2025 | 5 | n/a (n/a) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 5 | n/a (n/a) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 5 | n/a (n/a) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 95 | n/a (n/a) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 5 | n/a (n/a) |