Amerant Bancorp Inc. (AMTB)

AMTB trades at $18.67, 49.4% above the near-term max pain of $12.5 expiring Oct 17, 2025 (11 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is falling across expirations ($12.5-$20), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. Key magnetic zone at 13 where 2 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.

Max pain for AMTB shows a downward trend from 20 to 12.5, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 46% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Levels distributed around 18.67. Weekly expirations influence price 2-3 days before expiry; monthlies throughout their final week.