CBOE: SMMD · Real-Time Price · USD
72.65
2.32 (3.30%)
At close: Aug 22, 2025, 3:00 PM

Max Pain By Strike

SMMD trades at $72.65, 42.5% above the near-term max pain of $51 expiring Sep 19, 2025 (27 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is falling across expirations ($51-$990), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.

Max Pain By Expiry

Max pain for SMMD shows a downward trend from 990 to 51, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 384% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 72.65 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 51 -21.65 (-29.80%)
Oct 17, 2025 65 -7.65 (-10.53%)
Dec 19, 2025 54 -18.65 (-25.67%)
Jan 16, 2026 990 917.35 (1262.70%)
Mar 20, 2026 64 -8.65 (-11.91%)