Ball Corporation (BALL)
Ball Max Pain By Strike
BALL trades at $53.71, 2.3% above the near-term max pain of $52.5 expiring Sep 19, 2025 (26 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is falling across expirations ($50-$57.5), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. Key magnetic zone at 55 where 6 expirations converge.
Ball Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for BALL shows a downward trend from 57.5 to 50, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 14% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Levels distributed around 53.71. Strong magnetic level at 55 (6 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 19, 2025 | 52.5 | -1.21 (-2.25%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 52.5 | -1.21 (-2.25%) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 55 | 1.29 (2.40%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 55 | 1.29 (2.40%) |
| Feb 20, 2026 | 57.5 | 3.79 (7.06%) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 55 | 1.29 (2.40%) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | 55 | 1.29 (2.40%) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | 55 | 1.29 (2.40%) |
| Dec 18, 2026 | 55 | 1.29 (2.40%) |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 50 | -3.71 (-6.91%) |