(VIXM)
Max Pain By Strike
VIXM trades at $16.2, 8.0% above the near-term max pain of $15 expiring Sep 19, 2025 (14 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is stable across expirations ($10-$16), indicating stable market expectations. Key magnetic zone at 10 where 2 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for VIXM shows stable levels around 13.67, reflecting balanced market expectations. The 44% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 16.2 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 | 15 | -1.20 (-7.41%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 16 | -0.20 (-1.23%) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 10 | -6.20 (-38.27%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 10 | -6.20 (-38.27%) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 15 | -1.20 (-7.41%) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | 16 | -0.20 (-1.23%) |