Koppers Inc. (KOP)
Koppers Max Pain By Strike
KOP trades at $30.36, pinned near the near-term max pain of $30 expiring Sep 19, 2025 (28 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is falling across expirations ($15-$99), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
Koppers Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for KOP shows a downward trend from 99 to 15, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 225% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 30.36 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 | 30 | -0.36 (-1.19%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 15 | -15.36 (-50.59%) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 25 | -5.36 (-17.65%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 99 | 68.64 (226.09%) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 17.5 | -12.86 (-42.36%) |