Vale S.A. (VALE)
Vale S.A. Max Pain By Strike
VALE trades at $11.11, 5.8% above the near-term max pain of $10.5 expiring Oct 17, 2025 (0 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is falling across expirations ($10-$12), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. Key magnetic zone at 10 where 7 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
Vale S.A. Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for VALE shows a downward trend from 12 to 10, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 19% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 11.11 may cap rallies. Strong magnetic level at 10 (7 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 | 10.5 | -0.61 (-5.49%) |
| Oct 24, 2025 | 10.5 | -0.61 (-5.49%) |
| Oct 31, 2025 | 10.5 | -0.61 (-5.49%) |
| Nov 7, 2025 | 10.5 | -0.61 (-5.49%) |
| Nov 14, 2025 | 11 | -0.11 (-0.99%) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 11 | -0.11 (-0.99%) |
| Nov 28, 2025 | 10.5 | -0.61 (-5.49%) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 10 | -1.11 (-9.99%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 10 | -1.11 (-9.99%) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 10 | -1.11 (-9.99%) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | 10 | -1.11 (-9.99%) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | 12 | 0.89 (8.01%) |
| Dec 18, 2026 | 12 | 0.89 (8.01%) |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 10 | -1.11 (-9.99%) |
| Dec 17, 2027 | 10 | -1.11 (-9.99%) |
| Jan 21, 2028 | 10 | -1.11 (-9.99%) |