Mastercard (MA)
Mastercard Max Pain By Strike
MA trades at $595.48, pinned near the near-term max pain of $587.5 expiring Sep 5, 2025 (0 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is falling across expirations ($520-$610), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. Key magnetic zone at 590 where 4 expirations converge.
Mastercard Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for MA shows a downward trend from 610 to 520, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 16% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 595.48 may cap rallies. Strong magnetic level at 590 (4 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 5, 2025 | 587.5 | -7.98 (-1.34%) |
| Sep 12, 2025 | 590 | -5.48 (-0.92%) |
| Sep 19, 2025 | 560 | -35.48 (-5.96%) |
| Sep 26, 2025 | 590 | -5.48 (-0.92%) |
| Oct 3, 2025 | 585 | -10.48 (-1.76%) |
| Oct 10, 2025 | 600 | 4.52 (0.76%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 580 | -15.48 (-2.60%) |
| Oct 24, 2025 | 520 | -75.48 (-12.68%) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 610 | 14.52 (2.44%) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 590 | -5.48 (-0.92%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 540 | -55.48 (-9.32%) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 560 | -35.48 (-5.96%) |
| Apr 17, 2026 | 595 | -0.48 (-0.08%) |
| May 15, 2026 | 590 | -5.48 (-0.92%) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | 560 | -35.48 (-5.96%) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | 580 | -15.48 (-2.60%) |
| Dec 18, 2026 | 520 | -75.48 (-12.68%) |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 570 | -25.48 (-4.28%) |
| Jun 17, 2027 | 520 | -75.48 (-12.68%) |