Vanguard Mega Cap Growth ETF (MGK) Options Max Pain Chart - Stocknear

Vanguard Mega Cap Growth ...

AMEX: MGK · Real-Time Price · USD
403.77
-1.46 (-0.36%)
At close: Oct 03, 2025, 3:59 PM
403.85
0.02%
After-hours: Oct 03, 2025, 07:54 PM EDT

Vanguard Mega Cap Growth ETF Max Pain By Strike

MGK trades at $403.77, 18.8% above the near-term max pain of $340 expiring Oct 17, 2025 (11 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is rising across expirations ($95-$390), reflecting growing call interest at higher strikes. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.

Vanguard Mega Cap Growth ETF Max Pain By Expiry

Max pain for MGK shows an upward trend from 95 to 390, suggesting bullish positioning in longer-dated options. The 96% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 403.77 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
Oct 17, 2025 340 n/a (n/a)
Nov 21, 2025 370 n/a (n/a)
Dec 19, 2025 360 n/a (n/a)
Jan 16, 2026 385 n/a (n/a)
Mar 20, 2026 200 n/a (n/a)
Apr 17, 2026 390 n/a (n/a)
Dec 18, 2026 95 n/a (n/a)