McDonald's Corporation (MCD)
McDonald's Max Pain By Strike
MCD trades at $314.46, pinned near the near-term max pain of $315 expiring Sep 12, 2025 (6 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is stable across expirations ($290-$320), indicating stable market expectations. Key magnetic zone at 300 where 4 expirations converge.
McDonald's Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for MCD shows stable levels around 304.71, reflecting balanced market expectations. The 10% spread suggests strong consensus on fair value. Most levels below 314.46 may cap rallies. Strong magnetic level at 300 (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 12, 2025 | 315 | 0.54 (0.17%) |
| Sep 19, 2025 | 305 | -9.46 (-3.01%) |
| Sep 26, 2025 | 310 | -4.46 (-1.42%) |
| Oct 3, 2025 | 315 | 0.54 (0.17%) |
| Oct 10, 2025 | 315 | 0.54 (0.17%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 305 | -9.46 (-3.01%) |
| Oct 24, 2025 | 320 | 5.54 (1.76%) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 310 | -4.46 (-1.42%) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 290 | -24.46 (-7.78%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 290 | -24.46 (-7.78%) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 300 | -14.46 (-4.60%) |
| May 15, 2026 | 295 | -19.46 (-6.19%) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | 300 | -14.46 (-4.60%) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | 300 | -14.46 (-4.60%) |
| Dec 18, 2026 | 290 | -24.46 (-7.78%) |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 300 | -14.46 (-4.60%) |
| Dec 17, 2027 | 320 | 5.54 (1.76%) |