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.

Oil And Natural Gas Corp.

248.23 0.00 (0.00%)

L: 243.58 H: 251

Max Pain - ONGC

15 Jan 2026 10:06 AM IST

Live

Expiry

Max-Pain

240

DFC

7D Avg

Reliability

14D Avg

Reliability

21D Avg

Reliability

Max Pain for ONGC is 240

Historical data for ONGC-240-CE

LTP (240 CE)

9.38 3.66

Open Interest

5466 -668

Historical data for ONGC-240-PE

LTP (240 PE)

0.93 -0.95

Open Interest

3368 73

Strike 195 has a total call value of 0 versus a total put value of 223,164,900,000 Combined total value = 223,164,900,000

Strike 196 has a total call value of 0 versus a total put value of 218,047,725,000 Combined total value = 218,047,725,000

Strike 197 has a total call value of 0 versus a total put value of 212,930,550,000 Combined total value = 212,930,550,000

Strike 197.5 has a total call value of 0 versus a total put value of 210,371,962,500 Combined total value = 210,371,962,500

Strike 198 has a total call value of 0 versus a total put value of 207,813,375,000 Combined total value = 207,813,375,000

Strike 199 has a total call value of 0 versus a total put value of 202,696,200,000 Combined total value = 202,696,200,000

Strike 200 has a total call value of 0 versus a total put value of 197,579,025,000 Combined total value = 197,579,025,000

Strike 201 has a total call value of 0 versus a total put value of 192,500,325,000 Combined total value = 192,500,325,000

Strike 202 has a total call value of 0 versus a total put value of 187,421,625,000 Combined total value = 187,421,625,000

Strike 202.5 has a total call value of 0 versus a total put value of 184,882,275,000 Combined total value = 184,882,275,000

Strike 203 has a total call value of 0 versus a total put value of 182,342,925,000 Combined total value = 182,342,925,000

Strike 204 has a total call value of 0 versus a total put value of 177,264,225,000 Combined total value = 177,264,225,000

Strike 205 has a total call value of 0 versus a total put value of 172,185,525,000 Combined total value = 172,185,525,000

Strike 206 has a total call value of 0 versus a total put value of 167,109,975,000 Combined total value = 167,109,975,000

Strike 207 has a total call value of 0 versus a total put value of 162,034,425,000 Combined total value = 162,034,425,000

Strike 207.5 has a total call value of 0 versus a total put value of 159,496,650,000 Combined total value = 159,496,650,000

Strike 208 has a total call value of 0 versus a total put value of 156,958,875,000 Combined total value = 156,958,875,000

Strike 209 has a total call value of 0 versus a total put value of 151,883,325,000 Combined total value = 151,883,325,000

Strike 210 has a total call value of 0 versus a total put value of 146,807,775,000 Combined total value = 146,807,775,000

Strike 211 has a total call value of 1,350,000 versus a total put value of 141,788,025,000 Combined total value = 141,789,375,000

Strike 212 has a total call value of 2,700,000 versus a total put value of 136,768,275,000 Combined total value = 136,770,975,000

Strike 212.5 has a total call value of 3,375,000 versus a total put value of 134,258,850,000 Combined total value = 134,262,225,000

Strike 213 has a total call value of 4,050,000 versus a total put value of 131,749,425,000 Combined total value = 131,753,475,000

Strike 214 has a total call value of 5,400,000 versus a total put value of 126,730,575,000 Combined total value = 126,735,975,000

Strike 215 has a total call value of 6,750,000 versus a total put value of 121,736,925,000 Combined total value = 121,743,675,000

Strike 216 has a total call value of 10,575,000 versus a total put value of 116,799,300,000 Combined total value = 116,809,875,000

Strike 217 has a total call value of 14,400,000 versus a total put value of 111,861,675,000 Combined total value = 111,876,075,000

Strike 217.5 has a total call value of 16,312,500 versus a total put value of 109,392,862,500 Combined total value = 109,409,175,000

Strike 218 has a total call value of 18,225,000 versus a total put value of 106,959,375,000 Combined total value = 106,977,600,000

Strike 219 has a total call value of 22,725,000 versus a total put value of 102,092,400,000 Combined total value = 102,115,125,000

Strike 220 has a total call value of 27,225,000 versus a total put value of 97,225,425,000 Combined total value = 97,252,650,000

Strike 221 has a total call value of 54,000,000 versus a total put value of 92,609,100,000 Combined total value = 92,663,100,000

Strike 222 has a total call value of 80,775,000 versus a total put value of 87,992,775,000 Combined total value = 88,073,550,000

Strike 222.5 has a total call value of 94,162,500 versus a total put value of 85,692,375,000 Combined total value = 85,786,537,500

Strike 223 has a total call value of 107,550,000 versus a total put value of 83,404,912,500 Combined total value = 83,512,462,500

Strike 224 has a total call value of 134,325,000 versus a total put value of 78,829,987,500 Combined total value = 78,964,312,500

Strike 225 has a total call value of 161,550,000 versus a total put value of 74,270,362,500 Combined total value = 74,431,912,500

Strike 226 has a total call value of 204,750,000 versus a total put value of 69,829,537,500 Combined total value = 70,034,287,500

Strike 227 has a total call value of 247,950,000 versus a total put value of 65,412,112,500 Combined total value = 65,660,062,500

Strike 227.5 has a total call value of 269,550,000 versus a total put value of 63,212,512,500 Combined total value = 63,482,062,500

Strike 228 has a total call value of 291,150,000 versus a total put value of 61,026,862,500 Combined total value = 61,318,012,500

Strike 229 has a total call value of 334,350,000 versus a total put value of 56,679,187,500 Combined total value = 57,013,537,500

Strike 230 has a total call value of 377,550,000 versus a total put value of 52,358,062,500 Combined total value = 52,735,612,500

Strike 231 has a total call value of 503,775,000 versus a total put value of 48,269,812,500 Combined total value = 48,773,587,500

Strike 232 has a total call value of 651,150,000 versus a total put value of 44,210,812,500 Combined total value = 44,861,962,500

Strike 232.5 has a total call value of 741,375,000 versus a total put value of 42,204,037,500 Combined total value = 42,945,412,500

Strike 233 has a total call value of 843,975,000 versus a total put value of 40,219,425,000 Combined total value = 41,063,400,000

Strike 234 has a total call value of 1,073,925,000 versus a total put value of 36,290,250,000 Combined total value = 37,364,175,000

Strike 235 has a total call value of 1,545,525,000 versus a total put value of 32,457,150,000 Combined total value = 34,002,675,000

Strike 236 has a total call value of 2,399,400,000 versus a total put value of 28,977,750,000 Combined total value = 31,377,150,000

Strike 237 has a total call value of 3,514,950,000 versus a total put value of 25,587,000,000 Combined total value = 29,101,950,000

Strike 237.5 has a total call value of 4,114,687,500 versus a total put value of 23,928,637,500 Combined total value = 28,043,325,000

Strike 238 has a total call value of 4,778,437,500 versus a total put value of 22,308,637,500 Combined total value = 27,087,075,000

Strike 239 has a total call value of 7,339,612,500 versus a total put value of 19,303,537,500 Combined total value = 26,643,150,000

Strike 240 has a total call value of 10,067,737,500 versus a total put value of 16,431,412,500 Combined total value = 26,499,150,000

Strike 241 has a total call value of 14,025,712,500 versus a total put value of 14,317,087,500 Combined total value = 28,342,800,000

Strike 242 has a total call value of 18,082,012,500 versus a total put value of 12,337,087,500 Combined total value = 30,419,100,000

Strike 242.5 has a total call value of 20,152,012,500 versus a total put value of 11,398,050,000 Combined total value = 31,550,062,500

Strike 243 has a total call value of 22,392,337,500 versus a total put value of 10,525,050,000 Combined total value = 32,917,387,500

Strike 244 has a total call value of 26,972,887,500 versus a total put value of 8,890,425,000 Combined total value = 35,863,312,500

Strike 245 has a total call value of 31,683,037,500 versus a total put value of 7,375,500,000 Combined total value = 39,058,537,500

Strike 246 has a total call value of 37,266,637,500 versus a total put value of 6,390,900,000 Combined total value = 43,657,537,500

Strike 247 has a total call value of 42,950,587,500 versus a total put value of 5,501,925,000 Combined total value = 48,452,512,500

Strike 247.5 has a total call value of 46,027,800,000 versus a total put value of 5,124,712,500 Combined total value = 51,152,512,500

Strike 248 has a total call value of 49,417,087,500 versus a total put value of 4,822,650,000 Combined total value = 54,239,737,500

Strike 249 has a total call value of 56,308,387,500 versus a total put value of 4,290,525,000 Combined total value = 60,598,912,500

Strike 250 has a total call value of 63,290,812,500 versus a total put value of 3,831,975,000 Combined total value = 67,122,787,500

Strike 251 has a total call value of 71,141,287,500 versus a total put value of 3,533,175,000 Combined total value = 74,674,462,500

Strike 252 has a total call value of 79,090,087,500 versus a total put value of 3,256,200,000 Combined total value = 82,346,287,500

Strike 252.5 has a total call value of 83,102,062,500 versus a total put value of 3,126,825,000 Combined total value = 86,228,887,500

Strike 253 has a total call value of 87,163,312,500 versus a total put value of 3,004,875,000 Combined total value = 90,168,187,500

Strike 254 has a total call value of 95,317,537,500 versus a total put value of 2,760,975,000 Combined total value = 98,078,512,500

Strike 255 has a total call value of 103,510,912,500 versus a total put value of 2,517,075,000 Combined total value = 106,027,987,500

Strike 256 has a total call value of 111,975,637,500 versus a total put value of 2,308,275,000 Combined total value = 114,283,912,500

Strike 257 has a total call value of 120,472,087,500 versus a total put value of 2,099,475,000 Combined total value = 122,571,562,500

Strike 257.5 has a total call value of 124,720,312,500 versus a total put value of 1,995,075,000 Combined total value = 126,715,387,500

Strike 258 has a total call value of 128,988,450,000 versus a total put value of 1,890,900,000 Combined total value = 130,879,350,000

Strike 259 has a total call value of 137,564,325,000 versus a total put value of 1,682,550,000 Combined total value = 139,246,875,000

Strike 260 has a total call value of 146,140,200,000 versus a total put value of 1,474,200,000 Combined total value = 147,614,400,000

Strike 261 has a total call value of 155,117,925,000 versus a total put value of 1,285,875,000 Combined total value = 156,403,800,000

Strike 262 has a total call value of 164,095,650,000 versus a total put value of 1,097,550,000 Combined total value = 165,193,200,000

Strike 262.5 has a total call value of 168,605,100,000 versus a total put value of 1,003,387,500 Combined total value = 169,608,487,500

Strike 263 has a total call value of 173,133,450,000 versus a total put value of 909,225,000 Combined total value = 174,042,675,000

Strike 264 has a total call value of 182,190,150,000 versus a total put value of 720,900,000 Combined total value = 182,911,050,000

Strike 265 has a total call value of 191,273,850,000 versus a total put value of 540,000,000 Combined total value = 191,813,850,000

Strike 266 has a total call value of 200,523,150,000 versus a total put value of 482,175,000 Combined total value = 201,005,325,000

Strike 267 has a total call value of 209,799,225,000 versus a total put value of 424,350,000 Combined total value = 210,223,575,000

Strike 267.5 has a total call value of 214,437,262,500 versus a total put value of 395,437,500 Combined total value = 214,832,700,000

Strike 268 has a total call value of 219,091,050,000 versus a total put value of 366,525,000 Combined total value = 219,457,575,000

Strike 269 has a total call value of 228,416,850,000 versus a total put value of 308,700,000 Combined total value = 228,725,550,000

Strike 270 has a total call value of 237,742,650,000 versus a total put value of 250,875,000 Combined total value = 237,993,525,000

Strike 271 has a total call value of 247,481,775,000 versus a total put value of 210,825,000 Combined total value = 247,692,600,000

Strike 272 has a total call value of 257,220,900,000 versus a total put value of 170,775,000 Combined total value = 257,391,675,000

Strike 272.5 has a total call value of 262,090,462,500 versus a total put value of 150,750,000 Combined total value = 262,241,212,500

Strike 273 has a total call value of 266,960,025,000 versus a total put value of 130,725,000 Combined total value = 267,090,750,000

Strike 274 has a total call value of 276,699,150,000 versus a total put value of 90,675,000 Combined total value = 276,789,825,000

Strike 275 has a total call value of 286,450,425,000 versus a total put value of 50,625,000 Combined total value = 286,501,050,000

Strike 276 has a total call value of 296,318,475,000 versus a total put value of 41,400,000 Combined total value = 296,359,875,000

Strike 277 has a total call value of 306,186,525,000 versus a total put value of 32,175,000 Combined total value = 306,218,700,000

Strike 277.5 has a total call value of 311,120,550,000 versus a total put value of 27,562,500 Combined total value = 311,148,112,500

Strike 278 has a total call value of 316,054,575,000 versus a total put value of 22,950,000 Combined total value = 316,077,525,000

Strike 279 has a total call value of 325,922,625,000 versus a total put value of 13,725,000 Combined total value = 325,936,350,000

Strike 280 has a total call value of 335,809,350,000 versus a total put value of 4,500,000 Combined total value = 335,813,850,000

Strike 281 has a total call value of 345,838,050,000 versus a total put value of 3,600,000 Combined total value = 345,841,650,000

Strike 282 has a total call value of 355,866,750,000 versus a total put value of 2,700,000 Combined total value = 355,869,450,000

Strike 282.5 has a total call value of 360,881,100,000 versus a total put value of 2,250,000 Combined total value = 360,883,350,000

Strike 283 has a total call value of 365,895,450,000 versus a total put value of 1,800,000 Combined total value = 365,897,250,000

Strike 284 has a total call value of 375,924,150,000 versus a total put value of 900,000 Combined total value = 375,925,050,000

Strike 285 has a total call value of 385,952,850,000 versus a total put value of 0 Combined total value = 385,952,850,000

Max-Pain Table for Stocks

Commodity Max-Pain Index Max-Pain

Expiry

LTP > Max Pain Bearish

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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