Golub Capital BDC Inc. (GBDC) Options Max Pain Analysis | Strike Price Pressure & Sentiment - Stocknear

Golub Capital BDC Inc.

NASDAQ: GBDC · Real-Time Price · USD
13.79
0.04 (0.29%)
At close: Sep 26, 2025, 3:59 PM
13.78
-0.07%
After-hours: Sep 26, 2025, 05:27 PM EDT

Golub Capital BDC Max Pain By Strike

GBDC trades at $13.79, 10.3% above the near-term max pain of $12.5 expiring Oct 17, 2025 (19 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is rising across expirations ($12.5-$95), reflecting growing call interest at higher strikes. Key magnetic zone at 15 where 3 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.

Golub Capital BDC Max Pain By Expiry

Max pain for GBDC shows an upward trend from 12.5 to 95, suggesting bullish positioning in longer-dated options. The 270% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels above 13.79 could support dips. Strong magnetic level at 15 (3 expirations). 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 15 n/a (n/a)
Jan 16, 2026 95 n/a (n/a)
Feb 20, 2026 15 n/a (n/a)
May 15, 2026 15 n/a (n/a)