How is Max Pain Calculated?

Max Pain is calculated by determining the total dollar value of in-the-money options at each strike price. For each strike price: Calculate the difference between the current stock price and the strike price. Multiply this difference by the open interest (number of contracts) at that strike for both call and put options. Sum the values: Add together the dollar value for put options and call options at each strike price. Repeat for all strikes: Perform this calculation for every available strike price in the option chain. Identify the maximum: The strike price with the highest combined dollar value is the Max Pain price. This calculation helps identify the price level where option writers would face the maximum financial loss if the stock closes at that price on expiration day.

How Can Traders Use Max Pain in Their Strategy?

Traders can incorporate Max Pain analysis into their trading strategy in several ways: Expiration Day Trading: As option expiration approaches, traders can use Max Pain as a potential support or resistance level, as market makers may attempt to push the price toward this level. Option Selection: Understanding Max Pain helps traders choose strike prices that are less likely to be manipulated, potentially improving their option trade outcomes. Risk Management: If a stock is trading far from Max Pain before expiration, traders can anticipate potential price movement toward this level and adjust their positions accordingly. Market Sentiment Indicator: Comparing the current stock price to Max Pain can provide insights into market sentiment and potential price direction near expiration. Hedging Strategy: Option writers can use Max Pain to identify strike prices where they might face the least payout risk, helping them structure more efficient hedging strategies.

What Does Max Pain Indicate About Stock Price Movement?

Max Pain provides insights into potential stock price behavior, especially near option expiration: Price Magnet Effect: If the stock price is significantly above or below Max Pain before expiration, there may be a tendency for the price to move toward Max Pain as expiration approaches, as option writers hedge their positions. Support/Resistance Level: Max Pain can act as a psychological and technical support or resistance level, especially on expiration day, as it represents the price where maximum option value would be lost. Volatility Indicator: A large gap between current price and Max Pain may indicate higher potential volatility or price movement as expiration nears. Market Maker Activity: Significant open interest concentration around Max Pain suggests where market makers might have the most incentive to influence price movement through their hedging activities. Note: Max Pain is a theoretical concept and should be used in conjunction with other technical and fundamental analysis tools, as it does not guarantee price movement.

How Often Does Max Pain Change?

Max Pain is a dynamic value that changes continuously based on several factors: Open Interest Changes: As traders open and close option positions, the open interest at different strike prices changes, which directly affects the Max Pain calculation. Stock Price Movement: As the underlying stock price moves, different strike prices become in-the-money or out-of-the-money, altering the dollar value calculations. Time Decay: As expiration approaches, the time value of options decreases, but the intrinsic value calculations for Max Pain continue to evolve with price movements. New Option Contracts: When new strike prices are added or when significant new positions are opened, Max Pain may shift to reflect the new distribution of open interest. For accurate Max Pain analysis, traders should monitor it regularly, especially in the days leading up to expiration, as it can shift significantly as market conditions and option positions change.

What's the Difference Between Max Pain and Spot Price?

Max Pain and Spot Price are two distinct concepts that serve different purposes in options trading: Spot Price (Current Market Price): This is the current trading price of the underlying stock or index in the market. It represents the real-time value at which the asset can be bought or sold immediately. Max Pain Price: This is a calculated theoretical price level based on option open interest data. It represents the strike price where option writers would face minimum payout obligations, not necessarily where the stock is currently trading. The relationship between these two prices is crucial: when the spot price is far from Max Pain, traders may anticipate potential price movement toward Max Pain as expiration approaches. However, this is not guaranteed, and many other factors influence stock price movement.

Is Max Pain Always Accurate for Predicting Stock Price?

No, Max Pain is not always accurate and should not be used as the sole indicator for predicting stock price movement. Here's why: Market Forces: Strong fundamental news, earnings reports, or significant market events can override the Max Pain effect and drive prices in unexpected directions. Institutional Activity: Large institutional trades, algorithmic trading, and other market participants may have different objectives than minimizing option payouts. Limited Influence: While market makers may attempt to influence price toward Max Pain, their ability to do so is limited, especially in highly liquid stocks with strong directional momentum. Multiple Expirations: Stocks often have options expiring on different dates (weekly, monthly), which means multiple Max Pain levels may exist simultaneously, reducing the predictive power of any single level. Statistical Tool: Max Pain is best viewed as a statistical tool that provides context about option market dynamics rather than a guaranteed price target. Traders should use Max Pain as one of many tools in their analysis, combining it with technical analysis, fundamental analysis, and market sentiment indicators for more comprehensive decision-making.

When is Max Pain Most Relevant for Options Trading?

Max Pain becomes increasingly relevant as option expiration approaches: Last Trading Week: Max Pain analysis is most useful during the final week before expiration, when option writers are actively hedging and the "pinning effect" (price movement toward Max Pain) is most likely to occur. Expiration Day: On the day of expiration, Max Pain can serve as a key reference level, as market makers may attempt to keep the stock price near this level to minimize their payout obligations. High Open Interest: Max Pain is more reliable when there is significant open interest concentrated around specific strike prices, as this indicates where option writers have the most exposure. Low Volatility Periods: During periods of low market volatility, Max Pain may have a stronger influence, as there are fewer competing forces driving price movement. Monthly Expirations: Monthly option expirations (typically the third Friday) often show stronger Max Pain effects compared to weekly expirations, due to higher open interest and more significant market maker involvement. While Max Pain can be calculated at any time, its predictive value and practical application increase significantly as expiration approaches, making it particularly useful for short-term trading strategies focused on expiration week dynamics.

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Q: What is Max Pain in Options Trading?

Max Pain, also known as the max pain price, is the strike price at which the maximum number of option contracts (both puts and calls) would expire worthless, causing the largest financial losses for option holders at expiration. This price point represents the level where option writers would experience the least payout obligation. The max pain theory suggests that as expiration approaches, market makers and option writers may attempt to influence the stock price toward this level to minimize their payout obligations, making it a significant reference point for traders analyzing option expiration dynamics.

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Max Pain for DIVISLAB is 6450

Historical data for DIVISLAB-6450-CE

LTP (6450 CE)

190.3 128.55

Open Interest

329 -44

Historical data for DIVISLAB-6450-PE

LTP (6450 PE)

43.65 -71.8

Open Interest

227 61

Strike 5400 has a total call value of 0 versus a total put value of 67,210,000,000 Combined total value = 67,210,000,000

Strike 5450 has a total call value of 0 versus a total put value of 63,111,000,000 Combined total value = 63,111,000,000

Strike 5500 has a total call value of 0 versus a total put value of 59,012,000,000 Combined total value = 59,012,000,000

Strike 5550 has a total call value of 500,000 versus a total put value of 54,918,500,000 Combined total value = 54,919,000,000

Strike 5600 has a total call value of 1,000,000 versus a total put value of 50,825,000,000 Combined total value = 50,826,000,000

Strike 5650 has a total call value of 3,000,000 versus a total put value of 46,735,500,000 Combined total value = 46,738,500,000

Strike 5700 has a total call value of 5,000,000 versus a total put value of 42,646,000,000 Combined total value = 42,651,000,000

Strike 5750 has a total call value of 7,000,000 versus a total put value of 38,578,000,000 Combined total value = 38,585,000,000

Strike 5800 has a total call value of 9,500,000 versus a total put value of 34,511,500,000 Combined total value = 34,521,000,000

Strike 5850 has a total call value of 13,500,000 versus a total put value of 31,290,500,000 Combined total value = 31,304,000,000

Strike 5900 has a total call value of 19,000,000 versus a total put value of 28,069,500,000 Combined total value = 28,088,500,000

Strike 5950 has a total call value of 24,500,000 versus a total put value of 24,848,500,000 Combined total value = 24,873,000,000

Strike 6000 has a total call value of 30,000,000 versus a total put value of 21,627,500,000 Combined total value = 21,657,500,000

Strike 6050 has a total call value of 41,500,000 versus a total put value of 18,686,000,000 Combined total value = 18,727,500,000

Strike 6100 has a total call value of 53,000,000 versus a total put value of 15,784,500,000 Combined total value = 15,837,500,000

Strike 6150 has a total call value of 170,500,000 versus a total put value of 13,371,500,000 Combined total value = 13,542,000,000

Strike 6200 has a total call value of 288,000,000 versus a total put value of 11,036,500,000 Combined total value = 11,324,500,000

Strike 6250 has a total call value of 425,000,000 versus a total put value of 8,907,000,000 Combined total value = 9,332,000,000

Strike 6300 has a total call value of 598,500,000 versus a total put value of 6,882,500,000 Combined total value = 7,481,000,000

Strike 6350 has a total call value of 912,500,000 versus a total put value of 5,306,000,000 Combined total value = 6,218,500,000

Strike 6400 has a total call value of 1,341,500,000 versus a total put value of 3,899,500,000 Combined total value = 5,241,000,000

Strike 6450 has a total call value of 2,184,500,000 versus a total put value of 2,905,000,000 Combined total value = 5,089,500,000

Strike 6500 has a total call value of 3,192,000,000 versus a total put value of 2,024,000,000 Combined total value = 5,216,000,000

Strike 6550 has a total call value of 4,846,500,000 versus a total put value of 1,384,000,000 Combined total value = 6,230,500,000

Strike 6600 has a total call value of 6,812,000,000 versus a total put value of 935,000,000 Combined total value = 7,747,000,000

Strike 6650 has a total call value of 9,843,500,000 versus a total put value of 767,500,000 Combined total value = 10,611,000,000

Strike 6700 has a total call value of 13,070,000,000 versus a total put value of 656,500,000 Combined total value = 13,726,500,000

Strike 6750 has a total call value of 17,005,000,000 versus a total put value of 570,000,000 Combined total value = 17,575,000,000

Strike 6800 has a total call value of 21,160,000,000 versus a total put value of 492,000,000 Combined total value = 21,652,000,000

Strike 6850 has a total call value of 25,736,500,000 versus a total put value of 435,000,000 Combined total value = 26,171,500,000

Strike 6900 has a total call value of 30,341,000,000 versus a total put value of 381,500,000 Combined total value = 30,722,500,000

Strike 6950 has a total call value of 35,167,500,000 versus a total put value of 328,500,000 Combined total value = 35,496,000,000

Strike 7000 has a total call value of 40,089,000,000 versus a total put value of 277,000,000 Combined total value = 40,366,000,000

Strike 7050 has a total call value of 45,415,000,000 versus a total put value of 237,000,000 Combined total value = 45,652,000,000

Strike 7100 has a total call value of 50,741,000,000 versus a total put value of 198,000,000 Combined total value = 50,939,000,000

Strike 7150 has a total call value of 56,253,500,000 versus a total put value of 161,000,000 Combined total value = 56,414,500,000

Strike 7200 has a total call value of 61,766,000,000 versus a total put value of 124,000,000 Combined total value = 61,890,000,000

Strike 7250 has a total call value of 68,077,500,000 versus a total put value of 93,000,000 Combined total value = 68,170,500,000

Strike 7300 has a total call value of 74,389,000,000 versus a total put value of 62,000,000 Combined total value = 74,451,000,000

Strike 7350 has a total call value of 80,700,500,000 versus a total put value of 31,000,000 Combined total value = 80,731,500,000

Strike 7400 has a total call value of 87,012,000,000 versus a total put value of 0 Combined total value = 87,012,000,000

Strike 7450 has a total call value of 93,328,000,000 versus a total put value of 0 Combined total value = 93,328,000,000

Strike 7500 has a total call value of 99,644,500,000 versus a total put value of 0 Combined total value = 99,644,500,000

Strike 7550 has a total call value of 106,050,500,000 versus a total put value of 0 Combined total value = 106,050,500,000

Strike 7600 has a total call value of 112,456,500,000 versus a total put value of 0 Combined total value = 112,456,500,000

Strike 7650 has a total call value of 118,884,000,000 versus a total put value of 0 Combined total value = 118,884,000,000

Strike 7700 has a total call value of 125,311,500,000 versus a total put value of 0 Combined total value = 125,311,500,000

Strike 7750 has a total call value of 131,739,000,000 versus a total put value of 0 Combined total value = 131,739,000,000

Strike 7800 has a total call value of 138,166,500,000 versus a total put value of 0 Combined total value = 138,166,500,000

Max-Pain Table for Stocks

Max-Pain Table Expiry

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Max Pain Table (Stocks)
Symbol	Symbol Ltp	Max Pain
360ONE	1140.4	1140
ABB	5160	5200
ABCAPITAL	344.7	345
ADANIENSOL	979.05	980
ADANIENT	2244.5	2300
ADANIGREEN	1015.8	1020
ADANIPORTS	1499.6	1500
ALKEM	5569	5650
AMBER	6659	6800
AMBUJACEM	537.35	550
ANGELONE	2478.6	2550
APLAPOLLO	1801.9	1760
APOLLOHOSP	6953	7100
ASHOKLEY	172.05	162
ASIANPAINT	2775.5	2800
ASTRAL	1416.7	1440
AUBANK	985.95	960
AUROPHARMA	1233.8	1220
AXISBANK	1237.8	1240
BAJAJ-AUTO	8886.5	9000
BAJAJFINSV	2049.6	2060
BAJFINANCE	1010.4	1020
BANDHANBNK	148.85	150
BANKBARODA	290.25	290
BANKINDIA	142.66	143
BDL	1353	1400
BEL	389.6	400
BHARATFORG	1422.8	1400
BHARTIARTL	2096	2100
BHEL	276.1	280
BIOCON	399.7	395
BLUESTARCO	1853.5	1800
BOSCHLTD	35815	36000
BPCL	366.4	365
BRITANNIA	6019	6000
BSE	2722	2700
CAMS	755.6	770
CANBK	149.71	150
CDSL	1497.9	1540
CGPOWER	665.7	680
CHOLAFIN	1682.2	1700
CIPLA	1509.9	1520
COALINDIA	385.6	384.75
COFORGE	1849	1840
COLPAL	2087	2160
CONCOR	500.2	520
CROMPTON	254.35	265
CUMMINSIND	4401.7	4400
CYIENT	1147.8	1140
DABUR	493.1	500
DALBHARAT	2021.4	2040
DELHIVERY	403.5	410
DIVISLAB	6567	6450
DIXON	13337	13500
DLF	685	710
DMART	3778.9	3900
DRREDDY	1286.2	1270
EICHERMOT	7160.5	7100
ETERNAL	287.5	295
EXIDEIND	361.05	370
FEDERALBNK	266.2	260
FORTIS	876.6	890
GAIL	168.54	175
GLENMARK	1986.8	1940
GMRAIRPORT	101.55	102
GODREJCP	1178	1160
GODREJPROP	2024.8	2060
GRASIM	2825	2800
HAL	4283	4450
HAVELLS	1410.6	1440
HCLTECH	1660.2	1660
HDFCAMC	2705	2700
HDFCBANK	983.3	990
HDFCLIFE	756.8	770
HEROMOTOCO	5774.5	5900
HFCL	64.92	67
HINDALCO	861.9	820
HINDPETRO	464	460
HINDUNILVR	2274.9	2300
HINDZINC	582.45	555
HUDCO	208.45	217.5
ICICIBANK	1357.1	1380
ICICIGI	1947.5	1960
ICICIPRULI	649.6	630
IDEA	11.49	11
IDFCFIRSTB	83.93	82
IEX	140.25	145
IIFL	565.55	560
INDHOTEL	729.4	730
INDIANB	782.3	820
INDIGO	5132.5	5100
INDUSINDBK	835.6	850
INDUSTOWER	411.35	410
INFY	1645.4	1600
INOXWIND	125.12	130
IOC	161.2	161
IRCTC	669.5	690
IREDA	132.12	140
IRFC	111.45	115
ITC	401.05	405
JINDALSTEL	995	1020
JIOFIN	296.25	305
JSWENERGY	472.4	490
JSWSTEEL	1083.4	1120
JUBLFOOD	560	580
KALYANKJIL	474.65	480
KAYNES	4062	4300
KEI	4173	4100
KFINTECH	1079.8	1060
KOTAKBANK	2168.8	2160
KPITTECH	1169.7	1200
LAURUSLABS	1039.7	1000
LICHSGFIN	529.65	550
LICI	849.05	870
LODHA	1086	1100
LT	4065.9	4040
LTF	300.65	300
LTIM	6044.5	6100
LUPIN	2140.9	2100
M&M	3586.6	3650
MANAPPURAM	285.4	280
MANKIND	2162	2200
MARICO	735.7	730
MARUTI	16381	16300
MAXHEALTH	1067.9	1080
MAZDOCK	2387.7	2500
MCX	10322	10100
MFSL	1682.5	1680
MOTHERSON	118.68	115
MPHASIS	2878.8	2900
MUTHOOTFIN	3727.5	3750
NATIONALUM	280.4	270
NAUKRI	1332.2	1360
NBCC	109.19	111
NCC	153.71	165
NESTLEIND	1234.3	1240
NHPC	75.32	78
NMDC	76.29	77
NTPC	319.65	325
NUVAMA	7241	7300
NYKAA	244.5	252.5
OBEROIRLTY	1675	1660
OFSS	7690	8000
OIL	401.65	410
ONGC	232.21	237.5
PAGEIND	35790	37000
PATANJALI	553.35	550
PAYTM	1306.2	1300
PERSISTENT	6325.5	6300
PETRONET	269.4	278
PFC	337.6	355
PGEL	573	560
PHOENIXLTD	1807.5	1760
PIDILITIND	1453.5	1480
PIIND	3217.2	3350
PNB	119.36	120
PNBHOUSING	904.05	900
POLICYBZR	1839.9	1840
POLYCAB	7283.5	7200
POWERGRID	260.25	270
POWERINDIA	18365	19000
PPLPHARMA	169.59	175
PRESTIGE	1618.8	1640
RBLBANK	299.5	305
RECLTD	340.15	350
RELIANCE	1567.1	1550
RVNL	310.1	310
SAIL	125.73	131
SAMMAANCAP	145.69	152.5
SBICARD	855.95	870
SBILIFE	2020.5	2020
SBIN	980.4	970
SHREECEM	25430	26250
SHRIRAMFIN	858.65	850
SIEMENS	3102.2	3150
SOLARINDS	11791	12500
SONACOMS	491	500
SRF	3043	3000
SUNPHARMA	1754.6	1760
SUPREMEIND	3369.9	3400
SUZLON	52.02	54
SYNGENE	661	650
TATACONSUM	1177.3	1170
TATAELXSI	5166.5	5100
TATAMOTORS	0	320
TATAPOWER	375.7	390
TATASTEEL	169.26	170
TATATECH	647.85	670
TCS	3313	3220
TECHM	1606	1560
TIINDIA	2604.8	2700
TITAGARH	775.6	800
TITAN	3930	3880
TMPV	352.05	360
TORNTPHARM	3784.7	3750
TORNTPOWER	1264	1300
TRENT	4057.5	4200
TVSMOTOR	3616.9	3600
ULTRACEMCO	11505	11600
UNIONBANK	154.94	155
UNITDSPR	1396	1430
UNOMINDA	1236.3	1280
UPL	748.6	750
VBL	474.15	470
VEDL	576.75	555
VOLTAS	1411.1	1400
WIPRO	265.3	260
YESBANK	21.57	22
ZYDUSLIFE	924.05	930

Note:

Stock LTP > Max Pain	Bearish Trend
Stock LTP < Max Pain	Bullish Trend

Frequently Asked Questions

Max Pain, also known as the max pain price, is the strike price at which the maximum number of option contracts (both puts and calls) would expire worthless, causing the largest financial losses for option holders at expiration. This price point represents the level where option writers would experience the least payout obligation.

The max pain theory suggests that as expiration approaches, market makers and option writers may attempt to influence the stock price toward this level to minimize their payout obligations, making it a significant reference point for traders analyzing option expiration dynamics.

Max Pain is calculated by determining the total dollar value of in-the-money options at each strike price. Here's the step-by-step process:

For each strike price: Calculate the difference between the current stock price and the strike price.
Multiply by Open Interest: Multiply this difference by the open interest (number of contracts) at that strike for both call and put options.
Sum the values: Add together the dollar value for put options and call options at each strike price.
Repeat for all strikes: Perform this calculation for every available strike price in the option chain.
Identify the maximum: The strike price with the highest combined dollar value is the Max Pain price.

This calculation helps identify the price level where option writers would face the maximum financial loss if the stock closes at that price on expiration day.

Traders can incorporate Max Pain analysis into their trading strategy in several ways:

Expiration Day Trading: As option expiration approaches, traders can use Max Pain as a potential support or resistance level, as market makers may attempt to push the price toward this level.
Option Selection: Understanding Max Pain helps traders choose strike prices that are less likely to be manipulated, potentially improving their option trade outcomes.
Risk Management: If a stock is trading far from Max Pain before expiration, traders can anticipate potential price movement toward this level and adjust their positions accordingly.
Market Sentiment Indicator: Comparing the current stock price to Max Pain can provide insights into market sentiment and potential price direction near expiration.
Hedging Strategy: Option writers can use Max Pain to identify strike prices where they might face the least payout risk, helping them structure more efficient hedging strategies.

Max Pain provides insights into potential stock price behavior, especially near option expiration:

Price Magnet Effect: If the stock price is significantly above or below Max Pain before expiration, there may be a tendency for the price to move toward Max Pain as expiration approaches, as option writers hedge their positions.
Support/Resistance Level: Max Pain can act as a psychological and technical support or resistance level, especially on expiration day, as it represents the price where maximum option value would be lost.
Volatility Indicator: A large gap between current price and Max Pain may indicate higher potential volatility or price movement as expiration nears.
Market Maker Activity: Significant open interest concentration around Max Pain suggests where market makers might have the most incentive to influence price movement through their hedging activities.

Note: Max Pain is a theoretical concept and should be used in conjunction with other technical and fundamental analysis tools, as it does not guarantee price movement.

Max Pain is a dynamic value that changes continuously based on several factors:

Open Interest Changes: As traders open and close option positions, the open interest at different strike prices changes, which directly affects the Max Pain calculation.
Stock Price Movement: As the underlying stock price moves, different strike prices become in-the-money or out-of-the-money, altering the dollar value calculations.
Time Decay: As expiration approaches, the time value of options decreases, but the intrinsic value calculations for Max Pain continue to evolve with price movements.
New Option Contracts: When new strike prices are added or when significant new positions are opened, Max Pain may shift to reflect the new distribution of open interest.

For accurate Max Pain analysis, traders should monitor it regularly, especially in the days leading up to expiration, as it can shift significantly as market conditions and option positions change.

Max Pain and Spot Price are two distinct concepts that serve different purposes in options trading:

Spot Price (Current Market Price): This is the current trading price of the underlying stock or index in the market. It represents the real-time value at which the asset can be bought or sold immediately.
Max Pain Price: This is a calculated theoretical price level based on option open interest data. It represents the strike price where option writers would face minimum payout obligations, not necessarily where the stock is currently trading.

The relationship between these two prices is crucial: when the spot price is far from Max Pain, traders may anticipate potential price movement toward Max Pain as expiration approaches. However, this is not guaranteed, and many other factors influence stock price movement.

No, Max Pain is not always accurate and should not be used as the sole indicator for predicting stock price movement. Here's why:

Market Forces: Strong fundamental news, earnings reports, or significant market events can override the Max Pain effect and drive prices in unexpected directions.
Institutional Activity: Large institutional trades, algorithmic trading, and other market participants may have different objectives than minimizing option payouts.
Limited Influence: While market makers may attempt to influence price toward Max Pain, their ability to do so is limited, especially in highly liquid stocks with strong directional momentum.
Multiple Expirations: Stocks often have options expiring on different dates (weekly, monthly), which means multiple Max Pain levels may exist simultaneously, reducing the predictive power of any single level.
Statistical Tool: Max Pain is best viewed as a statistical tool that provides context about option market dynamics rather than a guaranteed price target.

Traders should use Max Pain as one of many tools in their analysis, combining it with technical analysis, fundamental analysis, and market sentiment indicators for more comprehensive decision-making.

Max Pain becomes increasingly relevant as option expiration approaches:

Last Trading Week: Max Pain analysis is most useful during the final week before expiration, when option writers are actively hedging and the "pinning effect" (price movement toward Max Pain) is most likely to occur.
Expiration Day: On the day of expiration, Max Pain can serve as a key reference level, as market makers may attempt to keep the stock price near this level to minimize their payout obligations.
High Open Interest: Max Pain is more reliable when there is significant open interest concentrated around specific strike prices, as this indicates where option writers have the most exposure.
Low Volatility Periods: During periods of low market volatility, Max Pain may have a stronger influence, as there are fewer competing forces driving price movement.
Monthly Expirations: Monthly option expirations (typically the third Friday) often show stronger Max Pain effects compared to weekly expirations, due to higher open interest and more significant market maker involvement.

While Max Pain can be calculated at any time, its predictive value and practical application increase significantly as expiration approaches, making it particularly useful for short-term trading strategies focused on expiration week dynamics.

Related Pages for DIVISLAB

DIVISLAB

360ONE

ABB

ABCAPITAL

ADANIENSOL

ADANIENT

ADANIGREEN

ADANIPORTS

ALKEM

AMBER

AMBUJACEM

ANGELONE

APLAPOLLO

APOLLOHOSP

ASHOKLEY

ASIANPAINT

ASTRAL

AUBANK

AUROPHARMA

AXISBANK

BAJAJ-AUTO

BAJAJFINSV

BAJFINANCE

BANDHANBNK

BANKBARODA

BANKEX

BANKINDIA

BANKNIFTY

BDL

BEL

BHARATFORG

BHARTIARTL

BHEL

BIOCON

BLUESTARCO

BOSCHLTD

BPCL

BRITANNIA

BSE

CAMS

CANBK

CDSL

CGPOWER

CHOLAFIN

CIPLA

COALINDIA

COFORGE

COLPAL

CONCOR

COPPER

CROMPTON

CRUDEOIL

CRUDEOILM

CUMMINSIND

CYIENT

DABUR

DALBHARAT

DELHIVERY

DIVISLAB

DIXON

DLF

DMART

DRREDDY

EICHERMOT

ETERNAL

EURINR

EURUSD

EXIDEIND

FEDERALBNK

FINNIFTY

FORTIS

GAIL

GBPINR

GBPUSD

GLENMARK

GMRAIRPORT

GODREJCP

GODREJPROP

GOLD