Principal U.S. Mega-Cap E... (USMC)
Principal U.S. Mega-Cap ETF Max Pain By Strike
USMC trades at $64.95, 35.3% above the near-term max pain of $48 expiring Sep 19, 2025 (25 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is falling across expirations ($48-$65), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
Principal U.S. Mega-Cap ETF Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for USMC shows a downward trend from 65 to 48, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 30% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 64.95 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 | 48 | -16.95 (-26.10%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 61 | -3.95 (-6.08%) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 49 | -15.95 (-24.56%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 65 | 0.05 (0.08%) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 59 | -5.95 (-9.16%) |