Heritage Commerce Corp (HTBK)

HTBK trades at $9.86, pinned near the near-term max pain of $10 expiring Oct 17, 2025 (13 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is falling across expirations ($2.5-$95), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. Key magnetic zone at 10 where 3 expirations converge.

Max pain for HTBK shows a downward trend from 95 to 2.5, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 322% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels above 9.86 could support dips. Strong magnetic level at 10 (3 expirations). Weekly expirations influence price 2-3 days before expiry; monthlies throughout their final week.