Choice Hotels Internation... (CHH)

CHH trades at $104.19, 9.4% below the near-term max pain of $115 expiring Oct 17, 2025 (12 days). Look for upward drift as max pain acts as a magnet pulling price higher. Max pain is rising across expirations ($8-$115), reflecting growing call interest at higher strikes. Key magnetic zone at 110 where 2 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.

Max pain for CHH shows an upward trend from 8 to 115, suggesting bullish positioning in longer-dated options. The 119% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels above 104.19 could support dips. Weekly expirations influence price 2-3 days before expiry; monthlies throughout their final week.