iShares Russell 2000 ETF (IWM)
iShares Russell 2000 ETF Max Pain By Strike
IWM trades at $245.84, pinned near the near-term max pain of $242 expiring Oct 6, 2025 (1 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is stable across expirations ($210-$250), indicating stable market expectations. Key magnetic zone at 242 where 6 expirations converge.
iShares Russell 2000 ETF Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for IWM shows stable levels around 234.97, reflecting balanced market expectations. The 17% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 245.84 may cap rallies. Strong magnetic level at 242 (6 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 6, 2025 | 242 | n/a (n/a) |
| Oct 7, 2025 | 241 | n/a (n/a) |
| Oct 8, 2025 | 240 | n/a (n/a) |
| Oct 9, 2025 | 240 | n/a (n/a) |
| Oct 10, 2025 | 242 | n/a (n/a) |
| Oct 13, 2025 | 243 | n/a (n/a) |
| Oct 14, 2025 | 242 | n/a (n/a) |
| Oct 15, 2025 | 243 | n/a (n/a) |
| Oct 16, 2025 | 242 | n/a (n/a) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 235 | n/a (n/a) |
| Oct 24, 2025 | 242 | n/a (n/a) |
| Oct 31, 2025 | 242 | n/a (n/a) |
| Nov 7, 2025 | 241 | n/a (n/a) |
| Nov 14, 2025 | 244 | n/a (n/a) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 235 | n/a (n/a) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 220 | n/a (n/a) |
| Dec 31, 2025 | 225 | n/a (n/a) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 220 | n/a (n/a) |
| Feb 20, 2026 | 240 | n/a (n/a) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 220 | n/a (n/a) |
| Mar 31, 2026 | 210 | n/a (n/a) |
| Apr 17, 2026 | 245 | n/a (n/a) |
| May 15, 2026 | 245 | n/a (n/a) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | 225 | n/a (n/a) |
| Jun 30, 2026 | 235 | n/a (n/a) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | 230 | n/a (n/a) |
| Sep 30, 2026 | 215 | n/a (n/a) |
| Dec 18, 2026 | 225 | n/a (n/a) |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 240 | n/a (n/a) |
| Jun 17, 2027 | 250 | n/a (n/a) |
| Dec 17, 2027 | 215 | n/a (n/a) |
| Jan 21, 2028 | 245 | n/a (n/a) |