Ambac Financial Group Inc... (AMBC)

AMBC trades at $9.54, 19.2% above the near-term max pain of $8 expiring Oct 17, 2025 (18 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is rising across expirations ($7-$320), reflecting growing call interest at higher strikes. Key magnetic zone at 8 where 3 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.

Max pain for AMBC shows an upward trend from 7 to 320, suggesting bullish positioning in longer-dated options. The 589% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Levels distributed around 9.54. Strong magnetic level at 8 (3 expirations). Weekly expirations influence price 2-3 days before expiry; monthlies throughout their final week.