Discover Financial Servic... (DFS)

DFS trades at $200.05, 150.1% above the near-term max pain of $80 expiring Oct 17, 2025 (62 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is falling across expirations ($45-$80), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.

Max pain for DFS shows a downward trend from 80 to 45, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 54% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 200.05 may cap rallies. Weekly expirations influence price 2-3 days before expiry; monthlies throughout their final week.