Goldman Sachs Group Inc. (GS)
Goldman Sachs Max Pain By Strike
GS trades at $720.08, pinned near the near-term max pain of $720 expiring Aug 22, 2025 (1 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is rising across expirations ($490-$725), reflecting growing call interest at higher strikes. Key magnetic zone at 725 where 3 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
Goldman Sachs Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for GS shows an upward trend from 490 to 725, suggesting bullish positioning in longer-dated options. The 37% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 720.08 may cap rallies. Strong magnetic level at 725 (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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 22, 2025 | 720 | -0.08 (-0.01%) |
| Aug 29, 2025 | 725 | 4.92 (0.68%) |
| Sep 5, 2025 | 720 | -0.08 (-0.01%) |
| Sep 12, 2025 | 725 | 4.92 (0.68%) |
| Sep 19, 2025 | 650 | -70.08 (-9.73%) |
| Sep 26, 2025 | 725 | 4.92 (0.68%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 680 | -40.08 (-5.57%) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 630 | -90.08 (-12.51%) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 560 | -160.08 (-22.23%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 600 | -120.08 (-16.68%) |
| Feb 20, 2026 | 580 | -140.08 (-19.45%) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 640 | -80.08 (-11.12%) |
| Apr 17, 2026 | 645 | -75.08 (-10.43%) |
| May 15, 2026 | 680 | -40.08 (-5.57%) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | 620 | -100.08 (-13.90%) |
| Aug 21, 2026 | 640 | -80.08 (-11.12%) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | 700 | -20.08 (-2.79%) |
| Dec 18, 2026 | 490 | -230.08 (-31.95%) |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 560 | -160.08 (-22.23%) |
| Jun 17, 2027 | 580 | -140.08 (-19.45%) |