HP Inc. (HPQ)
HP Max Pain By Strike
HPQ trades at $26.81, 3.1% above the near-term max pain of $26 expiring Aug 22, 2025 (3 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is rising across expirations ($23-$28), reflecting growing call interest at higher strikes. Key magnetic zone at 25 where 5 expirations converge.
HP Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for HPQ shows an upward trend from 23 to 28, suggesting bullish positioning in longer-dated options. The 19% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Levels distributed around 26.81. Strong magnetic level at 25 (5 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 | 26 | -0.81 (-3.02%) |
| Aug 29, 2025 | 27 | 0.19 (0.71%) |
| Sep 5, 2025 | 26 | -0.81 (-3.02%) |
| Sep 12, 2025 | 24 | -2.81 (-10.48%) |
| Sep 19, 2025 | 25 | -1.81 (-6.75%) |
| Sep 26, 2025 | 24 | -2.81 (-10.48%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 25 | -1.81 (-6.75%) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 25 | -1.81 (-6.75%) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 27 | 0.19 (0.71%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 27 | 0.19 (0.71%) |
| Feb 20, 2026 | 26 | -0.81 (-3.02%) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 28 | 1.19 (4.44%) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | 25 | -1.81 (-6.75%) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | 25 | -1.81 (-6.75%) |
| Dec 18, 2026 | 28 | 1.19 (4.44%) |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 23 | -3.81 (-14.21%) |