Ascent Industries Co. (ACNT)

ACNT trades at $12.6, 404.0% above the near-term max pain of $2.5 expiring Oct 17, 2025 (11 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is falling across expirations ($2.5-$95), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. Key magnetic zone at 3 where 3 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.

Max pain for ACNT shows a downward trend from 95 to 2.5, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 455% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 12.6 may cap rallies. Strong magnetic level at 3 (3 expirations). Weekly expirations influence price 2-3 days before expiry; monthlies throughout their final week.