Rentokil Initial (RTO)
Rentokil Initial Max Pain By Strike
RTO trades at $24.14, 3.4% below the near-term max pain of $25 expiring Sep 19, 2025 (31 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is falling across expirations ($12.5-$95), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. Key magnetic zone at 25 where 2 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
Rentokil Initial Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for RTO shows a downward trend from 95 to 12.5, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 229% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Levels distributed around 24.14. 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 | 25 | 0.86 (3.54%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 12.5 | -11.64 (-48.23%) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 22.5 | -1.64 (-6.81%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 95 | 70.86 (293.46%) |
| Feb 20, 2026 | 25 | 0.86 (3.54%) |