(ZHDG) Options Max Pain Analysis | Strike Price Pressure & Sentiment - Stocknear

AMEX: ZHDG · Real-Time Price · USD
22.24
-0.00 (-0.00%)
At close: Sep 11, 2025, 9:41 AM

Max Pain By Strike

ZHDG trades at $22.24, 30.8% above the near-term max pain of $17 expiring Sep 19, 2025 (8 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is falling across expirations ($15-$17), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. Key magnetic zone at 17 where 2 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.

Max Pain By Expiry

Max pain for ZHDG shows a downward trend from 17 to 15, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 12% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 22.24 may cap rallies. 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 17 -5.24 (-23.56%)
Oct 17, 2025 16 -6.24 (-28.06%)
Jan 16, 2026 15 -7.24 (-32.55%)
Apr 17, 2026 17 -5.24 (-23.56%)