McDonald's Corporation (MCD)
McDonald's Max Pain By Strike
MCD trades at $305.19, pinned near the near-term max pain of $305 expiring Oct 3, 2025 (5 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is stable across expirations ($290-$330), indicating stable market expectations. Key magnetic zone at 300 where 6 expirations converge.
McDonald's Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for MCD shows stable levels around 301.03, reflecting balanced market expectations. The 13% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 305.19 may cap rallies. Strong magnetic level at 300 (6 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 3, 2025 | 305 | n/a (n/a) |
| Oct 10, 2025 | 302.5 | n/a (n/a) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 300 | n/a (n/a) |
| Oct 24, 2025 | 305 | n/a (n/a) |
| Oct 31, 2025 | 300 | n/a (n/a) |
| Nov 7, 2025 | 290 | n/a (n/a) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 305 | n/a (n/a) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 295 | n/a (n/a) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 290 | n/a (n/a) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 300 | n/a (n/a) |
| May 15, 2026 | 295 | n/a (n/a) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | 310 | n/a (n/a) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | 300 | n/a (n/a) |
| Dec 18, 2026 | 290 | n/a (n/a) |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 300 | n/a (n/a) |
| Dec 17, 2027 | 330 | n/a (n/a) |
| Jan 21, 2028 | 300 | n/a (n/a) |