Invesco Mortgage Capital ... (IVR)

IVR trades at $7.46, 6.8% below the near-term max pain of $8 expiring Oct 17, 2025 (18 days). Look for upward drift as max pain acts as a magnet pulling price higher. Max pain is rising across expirations ($7-$8), reflecting growing call interest at higher strikes. Key magnetic zone at 7 where 2 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.

Max pain for IVR shows an upward trend from 7 to 8, suggesting bullish positioning in longer-dated options. The 13% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Levels distributed around 7.46. Weekly expirations influence price 2-3 days before expiry; monthlies throughout their final week.