AMEX: EWQ · Real-Time Price · USD
43.56
-0.41 (-0.93%)
At close: Aug 21, 2025, 3:59 PM
43.55
-0.03%
After-hours: Aug 21, 2025, 06:17 PM EDT

Max Pain By Strike

EWQ trades at $43.56, 8.9% above the near-term max pain of $40 expiring Sep 19, 2025 (29 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is falling across expirations ($30-$40), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. Key magnetic zone at 37 where 2 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.

Max Pain By Expiry

Max pain for EWQ shows a downward trend from 40 to 30, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 28% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 43.56 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
Sep 19, 2025 40 -3.56 (-8.18%)
Oct 17, 2025 30 -13.56 (-31.14%)
Dec 19, 2025 37 -6.56 (-15.07%)
Mar 20, 2026 37 -6.56 (-15.07%)