Avis Budget Group Inc. (CAR)
Avis Budget Max Pain By Strike
CAR trades at $155.49, 3.7% above the near-term max pain of $150 expiring Aug 29, 2025 (4 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is rising across expirations ($80-$200), reflecting growing call interest at higher strikes. Key magnetic zone at 155 where 3 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
Avis Budget Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for CAR shows an upward trend from 80 to 200, suggesting bullish positioning in longer-dated options. The 82% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Levels distributed around 155.49. Strong magnetic level at 155 (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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 29, 2025 | 150 | -5.49 (-3.53%) |
| Sep 5, 2025 | 160 | 4.51 (2.90%) |
| Sep 12, 2025 | 155 | -0.49 (-0.32%) |
| Sep 19, 2025 | 155 | -0.49 (-0.32%) |
| Sep 26, 2025 | 170 | 14.51 (9.33%) |
| Oct 3, 2025 | 80 | -75.49 (-48.55%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 155 | -0.49 (-0.32%) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 170 | 14.51 (9.33%) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 130 | -25.49 (-16.39%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 175 | 19.51 (12.55%) |
| Feb 20, 2026 | 200 | 44.51 (28.63%) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 200 | 44.51 (28.63%) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | 170 | 14.51 (9.33%) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | 100 | -55.49 (-35.69%) |
| Dec 18, 2026 | 105 | -50.49 (-32.47%) |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 100 | -55.49 (-35.69%) |
| Dec 17, 2027 | 120 | -35.49 (-22.82%) |