Youdao Inc. (DAO)
Youdao Max Pain By Strike
DAO trades at $9.58, 4.2% below the near-term max pain of $10 expiring Oct 17, 2025 (11 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is falling across expirations ($7.5-$95), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. Key magnetic zone at 8 where 3 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
Youdao Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for DAO shows a downward trend from 95 to 7.5, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 343% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Levels distributed around 9.58. Strong magnetic level at 8 (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 | 10 | n/a (n/a) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 7.5 | n/a (n/a) |
| Feb 20, 2026 | 7.5 | n/a (n/a) |
| May 15, 2026 | 7.5 | n/a (n/a) |
| Dec 18, 2026 | 95 | n/a (n/a) |