Live Oak Bancshares Inc. (LOB)

LOB trades at $34.73, pinned near the near-term max pain of $35 expiring Oct 17, 2025 (12 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is falling across expirations ($20-$700), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. Key magnetic zone at 35 where 2 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.

Max pain for LOB shows a downward trend from 700 to 20, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 304% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels above 34.73 could support dips. Weekly expirations influence price 2-3 days before expiry; monthlies throughout their final week.