Elanco Animal Health (ELAN)
Elanco Animal Health Max Pain By Strike
ELAN trades at $17.46, 9.1% above the near-term max pain of $16 expiring Sep 19, 2025 (29 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is rising across expirations ($9-$16), reflecting growing call interest at higher strikes. Key magnetic zone at 12 where 2 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
Elanco Animal Health Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for ELAN shows an upward trend from 9 to 16, suggesting bullish positioning in longer-dated options. The 58% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 17.46 may cap rallies. 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 |
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Sep 19, 2025 | 16 | -1.46 (-8.36%) |
Oct 17, 2025 | 12 | -5.46 (-31.27%) |
Dec 19, 2025 | 13 | -4.46 (-25.54%) |
Jan 16, 2026 | 12 | -5.46 (-31.27%) |
Apr 17, 2026 | 9 | -8.46 (-48.45%) |
Jan 15, 2027 | 10 | -7.46 (-42.73%) |