Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. (CLF)
Cleveland-Cliffs Max Pain By Strike
CLF trades at $12.75, 6.3% above the near-term max pain of $12 expiring Oct 10, 2025 (5 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is rising across expirations ($5-$12), reflecting growing call interest at higher strikes. Key magnetic zone at 10 where 6 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
Cleveland-Cliffs Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for CLF shows an upward trend from 5 to 12, suggesting bullish positioning in longer-dated options. The 69% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 12.75 may cap rallies. Strong magnetic level at 10 (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 |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 10, 2025 | 12 | n/a (n/a) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 10 | n/a (n/a) |
| Oct 24, 2025 | 11.5 | n/a (n/a) |
| Oct 31, 2025 | 11.5 | n/a (n/a) |
| Nov 7, 2025 | 12 | n/a (n/a) |
| Nov 14, 2025 | 5 | n/a (n/a) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 11 | n/a (n/a) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 10 | n/a (n/a) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 11 | n/a (n/a) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 10 | n/a (n/a) |
| Apr 17, 2026 | 12 | n/a (n/a) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | 10 | n/a (n/a) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | 10 | n/a (n/a) |
| Dec 18, 2026 | 10 | n/a (n/a) |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 8 | n/a (n/a) |
| Dec 17, 2027 | 7 | n/a (n/a) |
| Jan 21, 2028 | 12 | n/a (n/a) |