(USMC)
Max Pain By Strike
USMC trades at $64.87, 35.1% above the near-term max pain of $48 expiring Sep 19, 2025 (18 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is falling across expirations ($48-$65), 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 USMC shows a downward trend from 65 to 48, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 30% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 64.87 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 | 48 | -16.87 (-26.00%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 61 | -3.87 (-5.96%) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 49 | -15.87 (-24.46%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 65 | 0.13 (0.20%) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 59 | -5.87 (-9.04%) |