ALKS Max Pain
ALKS Max Pain by Expiry
The Max Pain for all expiration dates of ALKS.
| Expiration | Max Pain | Max Pain vs Current Price |
|---|---|---|
ALKS Max Pain FAQ
What is max pain?
Max pain is the price where the total value of all open calls and puts would be lowest at expiration, so option buyers as a group would lose the most. Some traders watch it as a level the stock may drift toward near expiration, because option sellers, often market makers, hedge their positions in ways that can pull the price toward heavily traded strikes. It is a theory, not a guarantee.
What is ALKS max pain this week?
As of the Nov 4, 2026 close, max pain for Alkermes options about one week from expiration was $45.11. The chart above shows the exact max pain for each expiration date.
Does ALKS trade above or below its max pain?
Alkermes closed above its near-term max pain on 5 of the last 20 trading days. On Nov 4, 2026 it closed at $45.89, 1.7% above max pain of $45.11.
How has ALKS max pain changed recently?
Over the last 20 trading days, near-term max pain for Alkermes ranged from $44.00 to $45.26. It went from $45.01 on Oct 8, 2026 to $45.11 on Nov 4, 2026. See the ALKS max pain history for a longer view.
What is Alkermes Inc plc?
Alkermes PLC is a fully integrated biotechnology company that applies its proprietary technologies to research, develop, and commercialize pharmaceutical products designed for unmet medical needs in therapeutic areas.