Business First Bancshares... (BFST)

BFST trades at $23.37, 6.5% below the near-term max pain of $25 expiring Oct 17, 2025 (12 days). Look for upward drift as max pain acts as a magnet pulling price higher. Max pain is falling across expirations ($12.5-$25), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. Key magnetic zone at 25 where 2 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.

Max pain for BFST shows a downward trend from 25 to 12.5, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 59% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Levels distributed around 23.37. Weekly expirations influence price 2-3 days before expiry; monthlies throughout their final week.