Chefs' Warehouse Inc. (CHEF)
Chefs' Warehouse Max Pain By Strike
CHEF trades at $55.44, pinned near the near-term max pain of $55 expiring Oct 17, 2025 (12 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is rising across expirations ($50-$60), reflecting growing call interest at higher strikes. Key magnetic zone at 60 where 3 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
Chefs' Warehouse Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for CHEF shows an upward trend from 50 to 60, suggesting bullish positioning in longer-dated options. The 18% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Levels distributed around 55.44. Strong magnetic level at 60 (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 17, 2025 | 55 | n/a (n/a) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 60 | n/a (n/a) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 60 | n/a (n/a) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 60 | n/a (n/a) |
| Apr 17, 2026 | 50 | n/a (n/a) |