AMEX: ZHDG · Real-Time Price · USD
22.06
0.21 (0.96%)
At close: Aug 22, 2025, 2:31 PM
22.03
-0.12%
After-hours: Aug 22, 2025, 04:04 PM EDT

Max Pain By Strike

ZHDG trades at $22.06, 29.8% above the near-term max pain of $17 expiring Sep 19, 2025 (27 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is falling across expirations ($15-$17), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. Key magnetic zone at 17 where 2 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.

Max Pain By Expiry

Max pain for ZHDG shows a downward trend from 17 to 15, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 12% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 22.06 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 17 -5.06 (-22.94%)
Oct 17, 2025 16 -6.06 (-27.47%)
Jan 16, 2026 15 -7.06 (-32.00%)
Apr 17, 2026 17 -5.06 (-22.94%)