Sociedad Química y Minera de Chile S.A. (SQM) Options Max Pain Analysis | Strike Price Pressure & Sentiment - Stocknear

Sociedad Química y Minera...

NYSE: SQM · Real-Time Price · USD
43.11
-1.51 (-3.38%)
At close: Oct 03, 2025, 3:59 PM
43.14
0.07%
After-hours: Oct 03, 2025, 07:57 PM EDT

Sociedad Química y Minera de Chile S.A. Max Pain By Strike

SQM trades at $43.11, 7.8% above the near-term max pain of $40 expiring Oct 17, 2025 (12 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is rising across expirations ($27.5-$45), reflecting growing call interest at higher strikes. Key magnetic zone at 40 where 3 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.

Sociedad Química y Minera de Chile S.A. Max Pain By Expiry

Max pain for SQM shows an upward trend from 27.5 to 45, suggesting bullish positioning in longer-dated options. The 45% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 43.11 may cap rallies. Strong magnetic level at 40 (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 17, 2025 40 n/a (n/a)
Nov 21, 2025 42.5 n/a (n/a)
Jan 16, 2026 45 n/a (n/a)
Apr 17, 2026 40 n/a (n/a)
Jan 15, 2027 40 n/a (n/a)
Jan 21, 2028 27.5 n/a (n/a)