American Eagle Outfitters... (AEO)
American Eagle Outfitters Max Pain By Strike
AEO trades at $16.91, 2.5% above the near-term max pain of $16.5 expiring Oct 10, 2025 (5 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is rising across expirations ($5-$18.5), reflecting growing call interest at higher strikes. Key magnetic zone at 18 where 3 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
American Eagle Outfitters Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for AEO shows an upward trend from 5 to 18.5, suggesting bullish positioning in longer-dated options. The 93% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Levels distributed around 16.91. Strong magnetic level at 18 (3 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 10, 2025 | 16.5 | n/a (n/a) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 18 | n/a (n/a) |
| Oct 24, 2025 | 18.5 | n/a (n/a) |
| Oct 31, 2025 | 17.5 | n/a (n/a) |
| Nov 7, 2025 | 17 | n/a (n/a) |
| Nov 14, 2025 | 5 | n/a (n/a) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 12 | n/a (n/a) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 18 | n/a (n/a) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 12 | n/a (n/a) |
| Feb 20, 2026 | 14 | n/a (n/a) |
| May 15, 2026 | 14 | n/a (n/a) |
| Nov 20, 2026 | 15 | n/a (n/a) |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 10 | n/a (n/a) |
| Jan 21, 2028 | 15 | n/a (n/a) |