
Sep 23, 2026 · 7 min
Options Expiration Pinning: Why Stocks Land on a Strike
A stock closing dead-on a strike price at expiration isn't luck. Dealer hedging pins it there, and it can leave you holding shares you never planned to own.
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A stock closing dead-on a strike price at expiration isn't luck. Dealer hedging pins it there, and it can leave you holding shares you never planned to own.