(VGT)
Max Pain By Strike
VGT trades at $692.25, 25.9% above the near-term max pain of $550 expiring Sep 19, 2025 (25 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is stable across expirations ($540-$695), indicating stable market expectations. Key magnetic zone at 550 where 2 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for VGT shows stable levels around 602.14, reflecting balanced market expectations. The 26% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 692.25 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 | 550 | -142.25 (-20.55%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 685 | -7.25 (-1.05%) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 600 | -92.25 (-13.33%) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 595 | -97.25 (-14.05%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 550 | -142.25 (-20.55%) |
| Feb 20, 2026 | 695 | 2.75 (0.40%) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 540 | -152.25 (-21.99%) |