Central Garden & Pet (CENTA)

CENTA trades at $30.01, 71.5% above the near-term max pain of $17.5 expiring Oct 17, 2025 (19 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is falling across expirations ($17.5-$95), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. Key magnetic zone at 18 where 3 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.

Max pain for CENTA shows a downward trend from 95 to 17.5, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 231% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 30.01 may cap rallies. Strong magnetic level at 18 (3 expirations). Weekly expirations influence price 2-3 days before expiry; monthlies throughout their final week.