CBOE: TAIL · Real-Time Price · USD
11.86
0.01 (0.08%)
At close: Aug 20, 2025, 3:00 PM

Max Pain By Strike

TAIL trades at $11.86, 18.6% above the near-term max pain of $10 expiring Sep 19, 2025 (29 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is falling across expirations ($9-$99), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. Key magnetic zone at 9 where 2 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.

Max Pain By Expiry

Max pain for TAIL shows a downward trend from 99 to 9, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 328% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 11.86 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 10 -1.86 (-15.68%)
Oct 17, 2025 10 -1.86 (-15.68%)
Dec 19, 2025 9 -2.86 (-24.11%)
Jan 16, 2026 99 87.14 (734.74%)
Mar 20, 2026 9 -2.86 (-24.11%)