Koppers Inc. (KOP)

KOP trades at $26.96, 10.1% below the near-term max pain of $30 expiring Oct 17, 2025 (11 days). Look for upward drift as max pain acts as a magnet pulling price higher. Max pain is falling across expirations ($25-$99), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. Key magnetic zone at 25 where 2 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.

Max pain for KOP shows a downward trend from 99 to 25, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 177% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Levels distributed around 26.96. Weekly expirations influence price 2-3 days before expiry; monthlies throughout their final week.