Vanguard S&P 500 ETF (VOO)
Vanguard S&P 500 ETF Max Pain By Strike
VOO trades at $600.44, 2.6% above the near-term max pain of $585 expiring Oct 17, 2025 (4 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is falling across expirations ($505-$615), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. Key magnetic zone at 585 where 2 expirations converge.
Vanguard S&P 500 ETF Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for VOO shows a downward trend from 615 to 505, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 19% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Levels distributed around 600.44. 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 | 585 | n/a (n/a) |
| Oct 24, 2025 | 605 | n/a (n/a) |
| Oct 31, 2025 | 607.5 | n/a (n/a) |
| Nov 7, 2025 | 612.5 | n/a (n/a) |
| Nov 14, 2025 | 615 | n/a (n/a) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 610 | n/a (n/a) |
| Nov 28, 2025 | 585 | n/a (n/a) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 520 | n/a (n/a) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 540 | n/a (n/a) |
| Apr 17, 2026 | 595 | n/a (n/a) |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 505 | n/a (n/a) |
| Jan 21, 2028 | 605 | n/a (n/a) |