Baidu Inc. (BIDU)
Baidu Max Pain By Strike
BIDU trades at $90.19, 3.7% above the near-term max pain of $87 expiring Aug 22, 2025 (3 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is falling across expirations ($83-$95), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. Key magnetic zone at 90 where 6 expirations converge.
Baidu Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for BIDU shows a downward trend from 95 to 83, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 14% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 90.19 may cap rallies. Strong magnetic level at 90 (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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 22, 2025 | 87 | -3.19 (-3.53%) |
| Aug 29, 2025 | 87 | -3.19 (-3.53%) |
| Sep 5, 2025 | 83 | -7.19 (-7.97%) |
| Sep 12, 2025 | 90 | -0.19 (-0.21%) |
| Sep 19, 2025 | 85 | -5.19 (-5.75%) |
| Sep 26, 2025 | 89 | -1.19 (-1.31%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 85 | -5.19 (-5.75%) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 90 | -0.19 (-0.21%) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 90 | -0.19 (-0.21%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 90 | -0.19 (-0.21%) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 90 | -0.19 (-0.21%) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | 90 | -0.19 (-0.21%) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | 85 | -5.19 (-5.75%) |
| Dec 18, 2026 | 95 | 4.81 (5.34%) |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 85 | -5.19 (-5.75%) |