Babcock & Wilcox Enterpri... (BW)

BW trades at $2.85, 90.0% above the near-term max pain of $1.5 expiring Oct 17, 2025 (13 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is falling across expirations ($0.5-$2.5), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. Key magnetic zone at 2 where 3 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.

Max pain for BW shows a downward trend from 2.5 to 0.5, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 150% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 2.85 may cap rallies. Strong magnetic level at 2 (3 expirations). Weekly expirations influence price 2-3 days before expiry; monthlies throughout their final week.