Groupon Inc. (GRPN)
on Max Pain By Strike
GRPN trades at $26.69, 11.0% below the near-term max pain of $30 expiring Aug 29, 2025 (6 days). Look for upward drift as max pain acts as a magnet pulling price higher. Max pain is rising across expirations ($12-$35), reflecting growing call interest at higher strikes. Key magnetic zone at 30 where 4 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
on Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for GRPN shows an upward trend from 12 to 35, suggesting bullish positioning in longer-dated options. The 88% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Levels distributed around 26.69. Strong magnetic level at 30 (4 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 29, 2025 | 30 | 3.31 (12.40%) |
| Sep 5, 2025 | 31 | 4.31 (16.15%) |
| Sep 12, 2025 | 30 | 3.31 (12.40%) |
| Sep 19, 2025 | 30 | 3.31 (12.40%) |
| Sep 26, 2025 | 29 | 2.31 (8.65%) |
| Oct 3, 2025 | 17 | -9.69 (-36.31%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 25 | -1.69 (-6.33%) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 30 | 3.31 (12.40%) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 29 | 2.31 (8.65%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 17 | -9.69 (-36.31%) |
| Feb 20, 2026 | 25 | -1.69 (-6.33%) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 27 | 0.31 (1.16%) |
| Apr 17, 2026 | 35 | 8.31 (31.14%) |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 12 | -14.69 (-55.04%) |