Escalade (ESCA)
Escalade Max Pain By Strike
ESCA trades at $12.73, pinned near the near-term max pain of $12.5 expiring Oct 17, 2025 (12 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is rising across expirations ($2.5-$12.5), reflecting growing call interest at higher strikes. Key magnetic zone at 3 where 2 expirations converge.
Escalade Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for ESCA shows an upward trend from 2.5 to 12.5, suggesting bullish positioning in longer-dated options. The 133% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 12.73 may cap rallies. Weekly expirations influence price 2-3 days before expiry; monthlies throughout their final week.
Max Pain Table
| Expiration Date | Max Pain | Max Pain vs Current Price |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 17, 2025 | 12.5 | n/a (n/a) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 2.5 | n/a (n/a) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 12.5 | n/a (n/a) |
| Apr 17, 2026 | 2.5 | n/a (n/a) |