Sally Beauty Inc. (SBH) Options Max Pain Analysis | Strike Price Pressure & Sentiment - Stocknear

Sally Beauty Inc.

NYSE: SBH · Real-Time Price · USD
13.41
-0.69 (-4.89%)
At close: Aug 28, 2025, 3:59 PM
13.46
0.34%
Pre-market: Aug 29, 2025, 08:57 AM EDT

Sally Beauty Max Pain By Strike

SBH trades at $13.41, 7.3% above the near-term max pain of $12.5 expiring Sep 19, 2025 (21 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is rising across expirations ($7-$12.5), reflecting growing call interest at higher strikes. Key magnetic zone at 13 where 3 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.

Sally Beauty Max Pain By Expiry

Max pain for SBH shows an upward trend from 7 to 12.5, suggesting bullish positioning in longer-dated options. The 50% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 13.41 may cap rallies. Strong magnetic level at 13 (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
Sep 19, 2025 12.5 -0.91 (-6.82%)
Oct 17, 2025 12.5 -0.91 (-6.82%)
Dec 19, 2025 10 -3.41 (-25.46%)
Mar 20, 2026 12.5 -0.91 (-6.82%)
Dec 18, 2026 7 -6.41 (-47.82%)