(IMCG)
Max Pain By Strike
IMCG trades at $80.48, 4.5% above the near-term max pain of $77 expiring Sep 19, 2025 (29 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is falling across expirations ($74-$95), 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 IMCG shows a downward trend from 95 to 74, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 26% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 80.48 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 | 77 | -3.48 (-4.33%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 78 | -2.48 (-3.09%) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 75 | -5.48 (-6.81%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 95 | 14.52 (18.03%) |
| Feb 20, 2026 | 74 | -6.48 (-8.06%) |