VanEck Junior Gold Miners... (GDXJ)
VanEck Junior Gold Miners ETF Max Pain By Strike
GDXJ trades at $73.35, 3.3% above the near-term max pain of $71 expiring Aug 22, 2025 (1 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is stable across expirations ($48-$73), indicating stable market expectations. Key magnetic zone at 70 where 4 expirations converge.
VanEck Junior Gold Miners ETF Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for GDXJ shows stable levels around 65.85, reflecting balanced market expectations. The 38% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 73.35 may cap rallies. Strong magnetic level at 70 (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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 22, 2025 | 71 | -2.35 (-3.20%) |
| Aug 29, 2025 | 70 | -3.35 (-4.57%) |
| Sep 5, 2025 | 70 | -3.35 (-4.57%) |
| Sep 12, 2025 | 68 | -5.35 (-7.29%) |
| Sep 19, 2025 | 70 | -3.35 (-4.57%) |
| Sep 26, 2025 | 72 | -1.35 (-1.84%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 70 | -3.35 (-4.57%) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 67 | -6.35 (-8.66%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 48 | -25.35 (-34.56%) |
| Feb 20, 2026 | 73 | -0.35 (-0.48%) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 61 | -12.35 (-16.84%) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | 65 | -8.35 (-11.38%) |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 51 | -22.35 (-30.47%) |