Boston Beer Inc. (SAM)
Boston Beer Max Pain By Strike
SAM trades at $216.38, pinned near the near-term max pain of $220 expiring Sep 19, 2025 (31 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is rising across expirations ($5.5-$220), reflecting growing call interest at higher strikes. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
Boston Beer Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for SAM shows an upward trend from 5.5 to 220, suggesting bullish positioning in longer-dated options. The 137% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 216.38 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 | 220 | 3.62 (1.67%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 185 | -31.38 (-14.50%) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 175 | -41.38 (-19.13%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 5.5 | -210.88 (-97.46%) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 200 | -16.38 (-7.57%) |