Intrepid Potash Inc. (IPI)
Intrepid Potash Max Pain By Strike
IPI trades at $28.12, 3.0% below the near-term max pain of $29 expiring Sep 19, 2025 (26 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is rising across expirations ($7.5-$30), reflecting growing call interest at higher strikes. Key magnetic zone at 30 where 2 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
Intrepid Potash Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for IPI shows an upward trend from 7.5 to 30, suggesting bullish positioning in longer-dated options. The 93% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Levels distributed around 28.12. 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 | 29 | 0.88 (3.13%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 25 | -3.12 (-11.10%) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 30 | 1.88 (6.69%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 7.5 | -20.62 (-73.33%) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 30 | 1.88 (6.69%) |