(HEFA) Options Max Pain Analysis | Strike Price Pressure & Sentiment - Stocknear

CBOE: HEFA · Real-Time Price · USD
38.74
-0.31 (-0.79%)
At close: Aug 29, 2025, 2:59 PM

Max Pain By Strike

HEFA trades at $38.74, 13.9% above the near-term max pain of $34 expiring Sep 19, 2025 (19 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is falling across expirations ($30-$37), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.

Max Pain By Expiry

Max pain for HEFA shows a downward trend from 37 to 30, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 20% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 38.74 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 34 -4.74 (-12.25%)
Oct 17, 2025 30 -8.74 (-22.57%)
Jan 16, 2026 37 -1.74 (-4.50%)
Apr 17, 2026 36 -2.74 (-7.08%)