Health Care Select Sector... (XLV)
Health Care Select Sector SPDR Fund Max Pain By Strike
XLV trades at $136.9, pinned near the near-term max pain of $136.5 expiring Sep 5, 2025 (2 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is stable across expirations ($95-$140), indicating stable market expectations. Key magnetic zone at 135 where 7 expirations converge.
Health Care Select Sector SPDR Fund Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for XLV shows stable levels around 133.20, reflecting balanced market expectations. The 34% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 136.9 may cap rallies. Strong magnetic level at 135 (7 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 5, 2025 | 136.5 | -0.50 (-0.37%) |
| Sep 12, 2025 | 135 | -2.00 (-1.46%) |
| Sep 19, 2025 | 135 | -2.00 (-1.46%) |
| Sep 26, 2025 | 134 | -3.00 (-2.19%) |
| Oct 3, 2025 | 137.5 | 0.50 (0.36%) |
| Oct 10, 2025 | 137 | -0.00 (-0.00%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 135 | -2.00 (-1.46%) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 135 | -2.00 (-1.46%) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 136 | -1.00 (-0.73%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 137 | -0.00 (-0.00%) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 135 | -2.00 (-1.46%) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | 135 | -2.00 (-1.46%) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | 140 | 3.00 (2.19%) |
| Dec 18, 2026 | 95 | -42.00 (-30.66%) |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 135 | -2.00 (-1.46%) |