AMEX: IHDG · Real-Time Price · USD
45.24
-0.15 (-0.33%)
At close: Aug 21, 2025, 3:59 PM
45.27
0.07%
After-hours: Aug 21, 2025, 06:01 PM EDT

Max Pain By Strike

IHDG trades at $45.24, 10.3% above the near-term max pain of $41 expiring Sep 19, 2025 (28 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is falling across expirations ($35-$97.5), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. Key magnetic zone at 41 where 2 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.

Max Pain By Expiry

Max pain for IHDG shows a downward trend from 97.5 to 35, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 122% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 45.24 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 41 -4.24 (-9.37%)
Oct 17, 2025 42 -3.24 (-7.16%)
Nov 21, 2025 35 -10.24 (-22.63%)
Jan 16, 2026 97.5 52.26 (115.52%)
Feb 20, 2026 41 -4.24 (-9.37%)