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.

MIDCPNIFTY

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.

Nifty Midcap Select

13424.35 +42.45 (0.32%)

L: 13270.35 H: 13433.9

Max Pain - MIDCPNIFTY

29 Jan 2026 04:12 PM IST

Market Closed

Expiry

Max-Pain

13,300

DFC

7D Avg

Reliability

14D Avg

Reliability

21D Avg

Reliability

Max Pain for MIDCPNIFTY is 13300

Historical data for MIDCPNIFTY-13300-CE

LTP (13300 CE)

374.2 19.2

Open Interest

2555 278

Historical data for MIDCPNIFTY-13300-PE

LTP (13300 PE)

221.9 -20.65

Open Interest

2685 695

Strike 11600 has a total call value of 0 versus a total put value of 605,494,200,000 Combined total value = 605,494,200,000

Strike 11625 has a total call value of 0 versus a total put value of 592,780,800,000 Combined total value = 592,780,800,000

Strike 11650 has a total call value of 0 versus a total put value of 580,067,400,000 Combined total value = 580,067,400,000

Strike 11675 has a total call value of 0 versus a total put value of 567,354,000,000 Combined total value = 567,354,000,000

Strike 11700 has a total call value of 0 versus a total put value of 554,640,600,000 Combined total value = 554,640,600,000

Strike 11725 has a total call value of 0 versus a total put value of 542,070,600,000 Combined total value = 542,070,600,000

Strike 11750 has a total call value of 0 versus a total put value of 529,500,600,000 Combined total value = 529,500,600,000

Strike 11775 has a total call value of 0 versus a total put value of 516,930,600,000 Combined total value = 516,930,600,000

Strike 11800 has a total call value of 0 versus a total put value of 504,360,600,000 Combined total value = 504,360,600,000

Strike 11825 has a total call value of 0 versus a total put value of 492,211,800,000 Combined total value = 492,211,800,000

Strike 11850 has a total call value of 0 versus a total put value of 480,063,000,000 Combined total value = 480,063,000,000

Strike 11875 has a total call value of 0 versus a total put value of 467,914,200,000 Combined total value = 467,914,200,000

Strike 11900 has a total call value of 0 versus a total put value of 455,765,400,000 Combined total value = 455,765,400,000

Strike 11925 has a total call value of 0 versus a total put value of 443,827,200,000 Combined total value = 443,827,200,000

Strike 11950 has a total call value of 0 versus a total put value of 431,889,000,000 Combined total value = 431,889,000,000

Strike 11975 has a total call value of 0 versus a total put value of 419,950,800,000 Combined total value = 419,950,800,000

Strike 12000 has a total call value of 0 versus a total put value of 408,012,600,000 Combined total value = 408,012,600,000

Strike 12025 has a total call value of 0 versus a total put value of 397,070,100,000 Combined total value = 397,070,100,000

Strike 12050 has a total call value of 0 versus a total put value of 386,127,600,000 Combined total value = 386,127,600,000

Strike 12075 has a total call value of 0 versus a total put value of 375,185,100,000 Combined total value = 375,185,100,000

Strike 12100 has a total call value of 0 versus a total put value of 364,242,600,000 Combined total value = 364,242,600,000

Strike 12125 has a total call value of 0 versus a total put value of 353,407,800,000 Combined total value = 353,407,800,000

Strike 12150 has a total call value of 0 versus a total put value of 342,573,000,000 Combined total value = 342,573,000,000

Strike 12175 has a total call value of 0 versus a total put value of 331,738,200,000 Combined total value = 331,738,200,000

Strike 12200 has a total call value of 0 versus a total put value of 320,903,400,000 Combined total value = 320,903,400,000

Strike 12225 has a total call value of 0 versus a total put value of 310,412,700,000 Combined total value = 310,412,700,000

Strike 12250 has a total call value of 0 versus a total put value of 299,922,000,000 Combined total value = 299,922,000,000

Strike 12275 has a total call value of 0 versus a total put value of 289,431,300,000 Combined total value = 289,431,300,000

Strike 12300 has a total call value of 0 versus a total put value of 278,940,600,000 Combined total value = 278,940,600,000

Strike 12325 has a total call value of 0 versus a total put value of 268,941,300,000 Combined total value = 268,941,300,000

Strike 12350 has a total call value of 0 versus a total put value of 258,948,000,000 Combined total value = 258,948,000,000

Strike 12375 has a total call value of 0 versus a total put value of 248,971,500,000 Combined total value = 248,971,500,000

Strike 12400 has a total call value of 0 versus a total put value of 239,001,600,000 Combined total value = 239,001,600,000

Strike 12425 has a total call value of 0 versus a total put value of 229,283,400,000 Combined total value = 229,283,400,000

Strike 12450 has a total call value of 0 versus a total put value of 219,572,100,000 Combined total value = 219,572,100,000

Strike 12475 has a total call value of 0 versus a total put value of 209,872,200,000 Combined total value = 209,872,200,000

Strike 12500 has a total call value of 0 versus a total put value of 200,178,000,000 Combined total value = 200,178,000,000

Strike 12525 has a total call value of 23,100,000 versus a total put value of 192,307,800,000 Combined total value = 192,330,900,000

Strike 12550 has a total call value of 46,200,000 versus a total put value of 184,445,700,000 Combined total value = 184,491,900,000

Strike 12575 has a total call value of 69,300,000 versus a total put value of 176,594,700,000 Combined total value = 176,664,000,000

Strike 12600 has a total call value of 92,400,000 versus a total put value of 168,752,700,000 Combined total value = 168,845,100,000

Strike 12625 has a total call value of 115,500,000 versus a total put value of 161,211,000,000 Combined total value = 161,326,500,000

Strike 12650 has a total call value of 138,600,000 versus a total put value of 153,681,900,000 Combined total value = 153,820,500,000

Strike 12675 has a total call value of 161,700,000 versus a total put value of 146,168,100,000 Combined total value = 146,329,800,000

Strike 12700 has a total call value of 184,800,000 versus a total put value of 138,658,800,000 Combined total value = 138,843,600,000

Strike 12725 has a total call value of 207,900,000 versus a total put value of 131,469,900,000 Combined total value = 131,677,800,000

Strike 12750 has a total call value of 231,000,000 versus a total put value of 124,296,600,000 Combined total value = 124,527,600,000

Strike 12775 has a total call value of 254,100,000 versus a total put value of 117,159,000,000 Combined total value = 117,413,100,000

Strike 12800 has a total call value of 277,200,000 versus a total put value of 110,033,700,000 Combined total value = 110,310,900,000

Strike 12825 has a total call value of 303,600,000 versus a total put value of 103,341,000,000 Combined total value = 103,644,600,000

Strike 12850 has a total call value of 330,000,000 versus a total put value of 96,658,800,000 Combined total value = 96,988,800,000

Strike 12875 has a total call value of 356,400,000 versus a total put value of 89,997,900,000 Combined total value = 90,354,300,000

Strike 12900 has a total call value of 382,800,000 versus a total put value of 83,348,400,000 Combined total value = 83,731,200,000

Strike 12925 has a total call value of 409,200,000 versus a total put value of 77,084,100,000 Combined total value = 77,493,300,000

Strike 12950 has a total call value of 435,600,000 versus a total put value of 70,830,300,000 Combined total value = 71,265,900,000

Strike 12975 has a total call value of 462,000,000 versus a total put value of 64,593,000,000 Combined total value = 65,055,000,000

Strike 13000 has a total call value of 488,400,000 versus a total put value of 58,364,700,000 Combined total value = 58,853,100,000

Strike 13025 has a total call value of 1,317,900,000 versus a total put value of 54,227,400,000 Combined total value = 55,545,300,000

Strike 13050 has a total call value of 2,157,600,000 versus a total put value of 50,105,700,000 Combined total value = 52,263,300,000

Strike 13075 has a total call value of 3,014,400,000 versus a total put value of 46,043,100,000 Combined total value = 49,057,500,000

Strike 13100 has a total call value of 3,871,200,000 versus a total put value of 41,988,900,000 Combined total value = 45,860,100,000

Strike 13125 has a total call value of 4,973,400,000 versus a total put value of 38,376,000,000 Combined total value = 43,349,400,000

Strike 13150 has a total call value of 6,075,600,000 versus a total put value of 34,773,600,000 Combined total value = 40,849,200,000

Strike 13175 has a total call value of 7,197,300,000 versus a total put value of 31,195,800,000 Combined total value = 38,393,100,000

Strike 13200 has a total call value of 8,330,100,000 versus a total put value of 27,647,100,000 Combined total value = 35,977,200,000

Strike 13225 has a total call value of 9,760,800,000 versus a total put value of 24,730,500,000 Combined total value = 34,491,300,000

Strike 13250 has a total call value of 11,221,500,000 versus a total put value of 21,855,900,000 Combined total value = 33,077,400,000

Strike 13275 has a total call value of 12,758,400,000 versus a total put value of 19,090,200,000 Combined total value = 31,848,600,000

Strike 13300 has a total call value of 14,340,900,000 versus a total put value of 16,390,800,000 Combined total value = 30,731,700,000

Strike 13325 has a total call value of 16,689,900,000 versus a total put value of 14,496,900,000 Combined total value = 31,186,800,000

Strike 13350 has a total call value of 19,076,700,000 versus a total put value of 12,669,000,000 Combined total value = 31,745,700,000

Strike 13375 has a total call value of 21,550,800,000 versus a total put value of 10,967,700,000 Combined total value = 32,518,500,000

Strike 13400 has a total call value of 24,085,500,000 versus a total put value of 9,330,300,000 Combined total value = 33,415,800,000

Strike 13425 has a total call value of 27,170,400,000 versus a total put value of 8,250,300,000 Combined total value = 35,420,700,000

Strike 13450 has a total call value of 30,308,400,000 versus a total put value of 7,214,400,000 Combined total value = 37,522,800,000

Strike 13475 has a total call value of 33,522,300,000 versus a total put value of 6,219,900,000 Combined total value = 39,742,200,000

Strike 13500 has a total call value of 36,754,200,000 versus a total put value of 5,237,700,000 Combined total value = 41,991,900,000

Strike 13525 has a total call value of 40,952,400,000 versus a total put value of 4,882,800,000 Combined total value = 45,835,200,000

Strike 13550 has a total call value of 45,163,500,000 versus a total put value of 4,534,200,000 Combined total value = 49,697,700,000

Strike 13575 has a total call value of 49,396,800,000 versus a total put value of 4,188,900,000 Combined total value = 53,585,700,000

Strike 13600 has a total call value of 53,634,300,000 versus a total put value of 3,843,600,000 Combined total value = 57,477,900,000

Strike 13625 has a total call value of 58,173,900,000 versus a total put value of 3,573,600,000 Combined total value = 61,747,500,000

Strike 13650 has a total call value of 62,723,400,000 versus a total put value of 3,303,600,000 Combined total value = 66,027,000,000

Strike 13675 has a total call value of 67,282,200,000 versus a total put value of 3,033,600,000 Combined total value = 70,315,800,000

Strike 13700 has a total call value of 71,851,200,000 versus a total put value of 2,763,600,000 Combined total value = 74,614,800,000

Strike 13725 has a total call value of 76,839,300,000 versus a total put value of 2,533,500,000 Combined total value = 79,372,800,000

Strike 13750 has a total call value of 81,844,200,000 versus a total put value of 2,303,400,000 Combined total value = 84,147,600,000

Strike 13775 has a total call value of 86,871,600,000 versus a total put value of 2,073,300,000 Combined total value = 88,944,900,000

Strike 13800 has a total call value of 91,920,600,000 versus a total put value of 1,843,200,000 Combined total value = 93,763,800,000

Strike 13825 has a total call value of 97,289,700,000 versus a total put value of 1,645,800,000 Combined total value = 98,935,500,000

Strike 13850 has a total call value of 102,678,000,000 versus a total put value of 1,448,400,000 Combined total value = 104,126,400,000

Strike 13875 has a total call value of 108,105,300,000 versus a total put value of 1,251,000,000 Combined total value = 109,356,300,000

Strike 13900 has a total call value of 113,548,500,000 versus a total put value of 1,053,600,000 Combined total value = 114,602,100,000

Strike 13925 has a total call value of 119,211,000,000 versus a total put value of 856,200,000 Combined total value = 120,067,200,000

Strike 13950 has a total call value of 124,890,300,000 versus a total put value of 658,800,000 Combined total value = 125,549,100,000

Strike 13975 has a total call value of 130,599,300,000 versus a total put value of 461,400,000 Combined total value = 131,060,700,000

Strike 14000 has a total call value of 136,326,300,000 versus a total put value of 264,000,000 Combined total value = 136,590,300,000

Strike 14025 has a total call value of 143,225,100,000 versus a total put value of 250,800,000 Combined total value = 143,475,900,000

Strike 14050 has a total call value of 150,138,900,000 versus a total put value of 237,600,000 Combined total value = 150,376,500,000

Strike 14075 has a total call value of 157,071,000,000 versus a total put value of 224,400,000 Combined total value = 157,295,400,000

Strike 14100 has a total call value of 164,012,400,000 versus a total put value of 211,200,000 Combined total value = 164,223,600,000

Strike 14125 has a total call value of 171,201,000,000 versus a total put value of 198,000,000 Combined total value = 171,399,000,000

Strike 14150 has a total call value of 178,405,200,000 versus a total put value of 184,800,000 Combined total value = 178,590,000,000

Strike 14175 has a total call value of 185,637,000,000 versus a total put value of 171,600,000 Combined total value = 185,808,600,000

Strike 14200 has a total call value of 192,893,100,000 versus a total put value of 158,400,000 Combined total value = 193,051,500,000

Strike 14225 has a total call value of 200,740,200,000 versus a total put value of 145,200,000 Combined total value = 200,885,400,000

Strike 14250 has a total call value of 208,593,600,000 versus a total put value of 132,000,000 Combined total value = 208,725,600,000

Strike 14275 has a total call value of 216,458,100,000 versus a total put value of 118,800,000 Combined total value = 216,576,900,000

Strike 14300 has a total call value of 224,328,600,000 versus a total put value of 105,600,000 Combined total value = 224,434,200,000

Strike 14325 has a total call value of 232,927,200,000 versus a total put value of 92,400,000 Combined total value = 233,019,600,000

Strike 14350 has a total call value of 241,527,000,000 versus a total put value of 79,200,000 Combined total value = 241,606,200,000

Strike 14375 has a total call value of 250,141,800,000 versus a total put value of 66,000,000 Combined total value = 250,207,800,000

Strike 14400 has a total call value of 258,774,000,000 versus a total put value of 52,800,000 Combined total value = 258,826,800,000

Strike 14425 has a total call value of 267,717,600,000 versus a total put value of 39,600,000 Combined total value = 267,757,200,000

Strike 14450 has a total call value of 276,663,000,000 versus a total put value of 26,400,000 Combined total value = 276,689,400,000

Strike 14475 has a total call value of 285,611,100,000 versus a total put value of 13,200,000 Combined total value = 285,624,300,000

Strike 14500 has a total call value of 294,559,200,000 versus a total put value of 0 Combined total value = 294,559,200,000

Strike 14525 has a total call value of 305,012,400,000 versus a total put value of 0 Combined total value = 305,012,400,000

Strike 14550 has a total call value of 315,466,800,000 versus a total put value of 0 Combined total value = 315,466,800,000

Strike 14575 has a total call value of 325,921,200,000 versus a total put value of 0 Combined total value = 325,921,200,000

Strike 14600 has a total call value of 336,375,600,000 versus a total put value of 0 Combined total value = 336,375,600,000

Strike 14625 has a total call value of 346,950,600,000 versus a total put value of 0 Combined total value = 346,950,600,000

Strike 14650 has a total call value of 357,525,600,000 versus a total put value of 0 Combined total value = 357,525,600,000

Strike 14675 has a total call value of 368,100,600,000 versus a total put value of 0 Combined total value = 368,100,600,000

Strike 14700 has a total call value of 378,675,600,000 versus a total put value of 0 Combined total value = 378,675,600,000

Strike 14725 has a total call value of 389,420,400,000 versus a total put value of 0 Combined total value = 389,420,400,000

Strike 14750 has a total call value of 400,165,200,000 versus a total put value of 0 Combined total value = 400,165,200,000

Strike 14775 has a total call value of 410,910,000,000 versus a total put value of 0 Combined total value = 410,910,000,000

Strike 14800 has a total call value of 421,654,800,000 versus a total put value of 0 Combined total value = 421,654,800,000

Strike 14825 has a total call value of 432,399,600,000 versus a total put value of 0 Combined total value = 432,399,600,000

Strike 14850 has a total call value of 443,144,400,000 versus a total put value of 0 Combined total value = 443,144,400,000

Strike 14875 has a total call value of 453,889,200,000 versus a total put value of 0 Combined total value = 453,889,200,000

Strike 14900 has a total call value of 464,634,000,000 versus a total put value of 0 Combined total value = 464,634,000,000

Strike 14925 has a total call value of 475,391,100,000 versus a total put value of 0 Combined total value = 475,391,100,000

Strike 14950 has a total call value of 486,148,200,000 versus a total put value of 0 Combined total value = 486,148,200,000

Strike 14975 has a total call value of 496,905,300,000 versus a total put value of 0 Combined total value = 496,905,300,000

Strike 15000 has a total call value of 507,662,400,000 versus a total put value of 0 Combined total value = 507,662,400,000

Strike 15025 has a total call value of 518,762,400,000 versus a total put value of 0 Combined total value = 518,762,400,000

Strike 15050 has a total call value of 529,862,400,000 versus a total put value of 0 Combined total value = 529,862,400,000

Strike 15075 has a total call value of 540,962,400,000 versus a total put value of 0 Combined total value = 540,962,400,000

Strike 15100 has a total call value of 552,062,400,000 versus a total put value of 0 Combined total value = 552,062,400,000

Strike 15125 has a total call value of 563,162,400,000 versus a total put value of 0 Combined total value = 563,162,400,000

Strike 15150 has a total call value of 574,262,400,000 versus a total put value of 0 Combined total value = 574,262,400,000

Strike 15175 has a total call value of 585,362,400,000 versus a total put value of 0 Combined total value = 585,362,400,000

Strike 15200 has a total call value of 596,462,400,000 versus a total put value of 0 Combined total value = 596,462,400,000

Strike 15225 has a total call value of 607,573,200,000 versus a total put value of 0 Combined total value = 607,573,200,000

Strike 15250 has a total call value of 618,684,000,000 versus a total put value of 0 Combined total value = 618,684,000,000

Strike 15275 has a total call value of 629,794,800,000 versus a total put value of 0 Combined total value = 629,794,800,000

Strike 15300 has a total call value of 640,905,600,000 versus a total put value of 0 Combined total value = 640,905,600,000

Strike 15325 has a total call value of 652,026,300,000 versus a total put value of 0 Combined total value = 652,026,300,000

Strike 15350 has a total call value of 663,147,000,000 versus a total put value of 0 Combined total value = 663,147,000,000

Strike 15375 has a total call value of 674,267,700,000 versus a total put value of 0 Combined total value = 674,267,700,000

Strike 15400 has a total call value of 685,388,400,000 versus a total put value of 0 Combined total value = 685,388,400,000

Strike 15425 has a total call value of 696,515,400,000 versus a total put value of 0 Combined total value = 696,515,400,000

Strike 15450 has a total call value of 707,642,400,000 versus a total put value of 0 Combined total value = 707,642,400,000

Strike 15475 has a total call value of 718,769,400,000 versus a total put value of 0 Combined total value = 718,769,400,000

Strike 15500 has a total call value of 729,896,400,000 versus a total put value of 0 Combined total value = 729,896,400,000

Strike 15525 has a total call value of 741,098,700,000 versus a total put value of 0 Combined total value = 741,098,700,000

Strike 15550 has a total call value of 752,301,000,000 versus a total put value of 0 Combined total value = 752,301,000,000

Strike 15575 has a total call value of 763,503,300,000 versus a total put value of 0 Combined total value = 763,503,300,000

Strike 15600 has a total call value of 774,705,600,000 versus a total put value of 0 Combined total value = 774,705,600,000

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LTP < Max Pain Bullish

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.

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