(VIXY)
Max Pain By Strike
VIXY trades at $36.04, 5.2% below the near-term max pain of $38 expiring Sep 19, 2025 (16 days). Look for upward drift as max pain acts as a magnet pulling price higher. Max pain is falling across expirations ($35-$53), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. Key magnetic zone at 45 where 2 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for VIXY shows a downward trend from 53 to 35, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 41% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels above 36.04 could support dips. 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 | 38 | 1.96 (5.44%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 35 | -1.04 (-2.89%) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 40 | 3.96 (10.99%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 45 | 8.96 (24.86%) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 45 | 8.96 (24.86%) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | 53 | 16.96 (47.06%) |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 52 | 15.96 (44.28%) |