Kroger Co. (KR)
Kroger Max Pain By Strike
KR trades at $66.31, pinned near the near-term max pain of $67 expiring Oct 10, 2025 (5 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is rising across expirations ($60-$72.5), reflecting growing call interest at higher strikes. Key magnetic zone at 67 where 3 expirations converge.
Kroger Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for KR shows an upward trend from 60 to 72.5, suggesting bullish positioning in longer-dated options. The 19% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Levels distributed around 66.31. Strong magnetic level at 67 (3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 10, 2025 | 67 | n/a (n/a) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 67.5 | n/a (n/a) |
| Oct 24, 2025 | 66 | n/a (n/a) |
| Oct 31, 2025 | 67 | n/a (n/a) |
| Nov 7, 2025 | 67 | n/a (n/a) |
| Nov 14, 2025 | 62 | n/a (n/a) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 65 | n/a (n/a) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 60 | n/a (n/a) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 67.5 | n/a (n/a) |
| Apr 17, 2026 | 72.5 | n/a (n/a) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | 70 | n/a (n/a) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | 70 | n/a (n/a) |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 60 | n/a (n/a) |
| Jun 17, 2027 | 67.5 | n/a (n/a) |
| Jan 21, 2028 | 62.5 | n/a (n/a) |